Guus Van Deelen
About Guus Van Deelen
Guus Van Deelen is the Global HR Program Leader at TomTom, with extensive experience in Learning and Development and a strong background in LEAN and performance improvement.
Current Role at TomTom
Guus Van Deelen currently serves as the Global HR Program Leader at TomTom. Based in Amsterdam-Centrum, Noord-Holland, Netherlands, he has been with the company since 2022. In this role, Guus oversees various global HR programs aimed at enhancing organizational performance and employee satisfaction. He brings a wealth of experience in strategic HR management to the company, leveraging his extensive background in learning and development to spearhead new initiatives.
Previous Experience at Nationale-Nederlanden
Before joining TomTom, Guus Van Deelen worked at Nationale-Nederlanden as a Strategic Learning & Development Consultant. His tenure at the company lasted six months, from 2021 to 2022, in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands. In this role, Guus was responsible for guiding strategic learning initiatives designed to foster professional growth and organizational efficiency. His contributions were aimed at aligning learning and development strategies with business objectives.
Consulting Career and Role at SHV
Guus Van Deelen has a rich consulting background, highlighted by his tenure as the Global Head of Learning & Development at SHV. He worked at SHV from 2019 to 2021 for two years, where he led global learning initiatives in the Utrecht Area, Netherlands. Additionally, from 2018 to 2022, Guus operated his own consultancy, Guus van Deelen Consultancy, specializing in L&D, OD, Talent, and Change Management. His consulting career allowed him to bring an outside-in perspective and a high level of pragmatism to his strategic roles.
Educational Background
Guus Van Deelen possesses a diverse and extensive educational background. He holds a Master's degree in Human Development from Schouten University, achieved between 2014 and 2015. Additionally, he has completed numerous certifications and courses from prestigious institutions, including Harvard Business School Executive Education, The Wharton School, and UC Irvine. His qualifications cover areas such as Project Management, Gamification, Root Cause Analysis, and Lean methodologies, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Expertise in LEAN and Performance Improvement
Guus Van Deelen has developed a strong expertise in LEAN and performance improvement, distinguishing him from many of his HR colleagues. He is certified in Lean Green & Yellow Belt and Root Cause Analysis, which enhances his ability to implement efficient processes and drive performance enhancements. This expertise supports his strategic consultancy roles, where he focuses on managing projects that drive change initiatives based on business challenges rather than predefined training solutions.