A 20+ years’ veteran, internationally oriented professional who draws upon her linguistic and organisational talents to drive the quality, efficiency and productivity of the companies and individuals she works with. Her main personal characteristics are passion for efficiency and efficacy with a sense of urgency, a high level of integrity and a healthy drive for ethical principles. Gifted with a creative mindset and a good sense of humour she is a social and likeable person. She comfortably handles stress and is quick off the mark. She is as good in teams as in solo operations, as and when required. Valerie is certified as an English language and literature professional at the Universities of Nijmegen (NL) and London (UK) and has profound experience in translation, proofreading, editing English and Dutch texts, (private) English language tuition to international industry expats and bachelor students. Her working career ambitions are to serve in a professional environment and help creating the new.