Elke Klaassen
About Elke Klaassen
Elke Klaassen is the Director Client Solutions, SMB Benelux at Flexport, based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
Current Role at Flexport
Elke Klaassen is currently serving as the Director Client Solutions for SMB Benelux at Flexport, based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this role, she focuses on providing innovative client solutions to small and medium-sized businesses across the Benelux region.
Previous Roles at Flexport
Elke Klaassen has held multiple significant roles at Flexport. She initially joined the company in May 2021. Prior to her current position, she was Head of Finance EMEA a.i. for 6 months from 2020 to 2021 and has also been the Chief of Staff EMEA. Her experience within different divisions of the company highlights her expertise across various operational and strategic functions.
Consulting and Interim Management Experience
Before joining Flexport, Elke Klaassen worked as an Independent Consultant and Interim Manager for 8 months. Her consulting background provided her with a wealth of experience in strategic project management and interim leadership, equipping her with a diverse skill set valuable for her roles in other organizations.
Leadership at Fundação Lemann
Elke Klaassen spent a significant period at Fundação Lemann in São Paulo, Brazil. She was part of the Leadership team focusing on Tech, Finance & Strategy from 2017 to 2018. Earlier, she served as a Project Coordinator from 2016 to 2017. Her work at Fundação Lemann contributed to the organization's key strategic initiatives and projects in the technology and finance sectors.
Professional Stint at The Boston Consulting Group
Elke Klaassen dedicated 7 years to The Boston Consulting Group, occupying roles such as Project Leader, Consultant, and Associate. Her tenure at BCG, from 2007 to 2014, enabled her to develop a strong foundation in management consulting, overseeing various high-impact projects across multiple industries.
Educational Background
Elke Klaassen holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from INSEAD, completed in 2010. She also earned a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Groningen, where she studied from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in Technology Management - Operations Research from the same university, completed over a span of six years. Her secondary education was completed at ThijCollege, where she achieved her VWO diploma from 1994 to 2000.