Karolien Vanstraelen

Karolien Vanstraelen is an experienced professional with a comprehensive background in healthcare and investment management. Currently serving as Clustermanager Inwendige en Geriatrische diensten and Stafmedewerker directeur patiëntenzorg at Sint-Trudo Ziekenhuis since January 2016, Karolien focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care grounded in professionalism and safety. Prior to this role, Karolien was a bestuurder at Laboratoria Smeets from September 2013 to December 2015, where significant advancements in nutritional supplementation for both veterinary and human use were achieved. Additionally, Karolien held positions at ParticipatieMaatschappij Vlaanderen from October 2004 to December 2015, contributing as an investeringsmanager and manager waarborgen, facilitating access to risk capital for innovative startups and enhancing credit accessibility for entrepreneurs. Karolien holds degrees from Hasselt University and KCST, further complementing a robust professional journey.