Alice Kocourek
About Alice Kocourek
Alice Kocourek serves as the Head of Department Back Office at the European Patent Office, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in Art History and Creative Writing, with previous experience at IBM in Problem and Change Management.
Work at European Patent Office
Alice Kocourek has been employed at the European Patent Office since 2005. She has held the position of Change Manager for 19 years, where she has been responsible for overseeing various change initiatives within the organization. In 2018, she advanced to the role of Head of Department Back Office, a position she has maintained for 6 years. Her work focuses on improving operational efficiencies and managing departmental functions.
Education and Expertise
Alice Kocourek studied at Leiden University, where she earned a Master's degree in Art History from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education at The Open University, completing a program in Creative Writing from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a diverse skill set that complements her professional roles.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Alice Kocourek worked at IBM in New York, New York, from 1997 to 1999. In her role there, she focused on Problem and Change Management and Communications. This experience contributed to her expertise in managing organizational change and communication strategies.
Career Progression
Alice Kocourek's career has shown a steady progression from her early work at IBM to her current leadership role at the European Patent Office. Her transition from a Problem and Change Management role to a Change Manager and then to Head of Department Back Office highlights her growth and adaptability in the field of change management.