Barbara de Brouwer

Barbara de Brouwer is an experienced professional currently serving as the Directeur Stadsonderhoud at Gemeente Knokke-Heist since January 2023. Prior to this role, Barbara was the Sustainability Manager at Edgard & Cooper, where leadership in implementing the Zero Pawprint Plan focused on achieving a zero carbon and zero waste business by 2025. Barbara also held positions as Sales Manager for Belgium, the Nordics, and DACH regions at Edgard & Cooper, and Head of Sales and After-Sales at MoveKortrijk, transforming a family-owned car dealership into a successful enterprise. Earlier career experiences include store management at Delhaize Belgium and entrepreneurship with Sapperdjus!, a startup focused on organic juices. Barbara's educational background features multiple degrees from Vlerick Business School and HOGENT, with specializations in Project Management, General Management, Finance, and Business Administration.