Heleen Engelen

Heleen Engelen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in design and strategic advisory roles, currently serving as a Strategic Adviser to the Board of Management at Máxima MC and as a Co-Founder of Design in de zorg. With a solid foundation in leadership, Engelen has held various senior positions at Philips, including Agile Coach and Head of Business Transformation for Design, where innovative design strategies resulted in significant enhancements to employee experiences and business outcomes. Engelen's commitment to governance is reflected through board memberships at Dichterbij and Villa Pardoes, along with ongoing involvement with SER Topvrouwen. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial and Product Design from Design Academy Eindhoven and an Associate's Degree in Painting from Academy Arendonk of Fine Arts.