Mark Blockhuys
About Mark Blockhuys
Mark Blockhuys is the Managing Director at SQLI in Diepenbeek, Belgium, with over 25 years of experience in digital product development.
Current Role at SQLI
Mark Blockhuys is the Managing Director at SQLI, located in Diepenbeek, Vlaanderen, België. Additionally, he serves as the Interim CTO at the same organization. His key responsibilities at SQLI involve overseeing operations, managing digital transformation projects, and ensuring the integration of cutting-edge technology solutions. These roles demonstrate his ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives to enhance business performance.
Professional Experience at Softlution
Mark Blockhuys accumulated significant experience at Softlution, where he served as the Director of Consultancy Benelux for 11 years (2010-2021). Before this, he was the eBusiness Unit Manager from 2000 to 2008 for 8 years. During his tenure at Softlution, he specialized in consultancy and business development, focusing on digital transformation and eBusiness strategies. His roles required him to manage client relationships, lead business units, and develop innovative digital solutions.
Previous Positions at Fenego and ASQ
Mark Blockhuys held the position of eBusiness Unit Manager at Fenego from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, he worked at ASQ as a Senior Programmer Analyst from 1996 to 2000. These roles allowed him to gain experience in software development, business management, and digital product innovation. His work at ASQ laid the foundation for his later executive roles, equipping him with technical expertise and analytical skills.
Educational Background
Mark Blockhuys has a comprehensive educational background. He studied at Hasselt from 1982 to 1990 and at KA1 Hasselt from 1982 to 1985. He also attended Katholieke Hogeschool Limburg. Furthermore, he completed a Master's degree in Statistics and IT at the Université Lumière Lyon II. His education equipped him with a strong foundation in technical and analytical skills, which he has effectively applied in his professional career.
Professional Journey and Achievements
Mark Blockhuys began his career at Capgemini, where he worked for five years within the 'Technology Services' entity. He later joined the Deutsch Telekom group and its French subsidiary T-Systems in 2003, becoming the Manager of the French Projects & Service Centre activities for the 'Systems Integration' entity. In 2010, he joined the SQLI group to lead its Swiss subsidiary, eventually becoming the CEO of SQLI International at the end of 2018. He managed the transition of SQLI’s Swiss subsidiary to 100% digital activities and currently oversees 'Commerce & Experience' activities for subsidiaries in France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Spain.