Nathan Vennekens — Digital Marketing Specialist

🚀 For me, marketing isn’t just about advertising, it’s about crafting a compelling story that resonates, builds trust, and keeps audiences engaged, much like a great cup of coffee you keep coming back for. Connect with me if you're interested in elevating your brand’s presence, driving meaningful engagement, and turning thought leadership into real business impact." 💁‍♂️ ABOUT ME "Speaking of coffee, I’m a big fan! I love exploring cities and countries in search of the perfect cup of black gold. It’s no surprise that I have a passion for travel and adventure. As a true (organic 🌱) foodie, I’m always on the lookout for new flavors and experiences, and that curiosity extends beyond the plate. Whether it’s staying active at the gym, dancing at a festival, getting creative with videos or music, or even getting emotional over a great movie. I bring that same energy and drive into my work! Always curious, always moving forward!" 🌎 REACHING MILLIONS OF PEOPLE As a Global Social Employee Advocacy Manager at Capgemini, I lead a team, strategy, and execution of a global program that turns employees into brand advocates and thought leaders. By helping our top experts and leadership strengthen their personal brands, I contribute directly to our brand reputation, marketing impact, and business growth, attracting both clients and top talent. And yes of course AI is part of the deal. My role is more than just managing advocacy; it's about integrating social media into business strategy. From content and campaigns to training and analytics, I ensure our program is optimized to generate organic visibility, engagement, and lead generation, reaching millions of LinkedIn users and beyond. And yes, I am a huge fan of RACE (REACH, ACT, CONVERT, ENGAGE), and HHH (HERO, HUB, HYGENE). 📈 ONLINE PERFORMANCE Before stepping into my global role, I managed social media and online performance for Capgemini Netherlands, overseeing everything from content strategy and leadership visibility to SEO, paid media, and creative organic campaigns. ☕ LET'S CONNECT With experience in social selling, content strategy, and digital performance, I help businesses unlock the full potential of an integrated employee advocacy approach, turning authentic voices into powerful assets. Let’s connect and discuss how social advocacy and digital marketing can drive brand and business impact 💯! --- LET'S CREATE | LET'S GROW!

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Digital Marketing and Social Media expert with a focus on Brand Advocacy.

Location: Soest, Utrecht, Netherlands

Experience: 20 yrs 8 mos

Skills

Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Linkedin Marketing
Seo
Project Management
Brand Management
Graphic Design

Career Highlights

Expert in transforming employees into brand advocates.
Proven track record in digital marketing and social media strategy.
Strong leadership in driving brand visibility and engagement.

Work Experience

Capgemini

Global Social Employee Advocacy Manager (4 yrs 6 mos)

Digital Marketing Manager (1 yr 11 mos)

Bleeeb

Owner / Digital Marketing (4 yrs)

Ignation Sweden

Brand Manager, PR, Digital Marketing (1 yr 6 mos)

Sogeti

► Sr. Advisor Digital Marketing & Communication (7 yrs 2 mos)

► Project Management Officer (PMO) (1 yr 5 mos)

Vodafone

► PMO program testing (4 mos)

Rabobank Nederland

Software Migration and Coordination (2 mos)

OC&C Strategy Consultants

Graphic Designer (1 yr 4 mos)

Sensus fotografie

Onwer | Photographer (2 yrs 6 mos)

VBAT

► JR. Account Manager (1 yr 8 mos)

Summer Media Group

Photographer (3 yrs 4 mos)

Artbox - Centre for Creation -

► Agent (Intermediair) (2 yrs 4 mos)

Extrema

Marketing and Promotions (5 yrs 4 mos)

Education

Physical Education Teaching and Coaching at Co-Active Training Institute

Certificate at NIMA, Nederlands Instituut voor Marketing

Music at The School Of House

Storytelling at The Story Connection

Digital Marketing Professional at Beeckestijn Business School

Certificate busineas course high performance teaming at Ohio University

Bachelor's degree at Inholland University of Applied Sciences

HBO at Inholland University of Applied Sciences

Nathan Vennekens

Digital Marketing Specialist

Soest, Utrecht, Netherlands20 yrs 8 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in transforming employees into brand advocates.
Proven track record in digital marketing and social media strategy.
Strong leadership in driving brand visibility and engagement.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Digital Marketing and Social Media expert with a focus on Brand Advocacy.

Contact

Skills

Core Skills

Social Media MarketingDigital MarketingLinkedin MarketingSeoProject ManagementBrand ManagementGraphic Design

Other Skills

Adobe Creative SuiteAdobe InDesignAdobe LightroomAdobe Premiere ProAnalytical SkillsAnalyticsBrand AwarenessBusiness OwnershipCMSCommunicationContent MarketingContent creatieCorporate CommunicationsCreative Concept DesignDigital Media

About

Experience

20 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 6 mos

Current Experience

Capgemini

2 roles

Global Social Employee Advocacy Manager

Promoted

Dec 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

Leading a strategic global Digital Marketing program and team to help Leadership and Top Experts globally to build relationships and establish brand visibility by adding value to their networks, stimulating sales, and collaborating on marketing and recruitment initiatives.

Social Media MarketingMarketing StrategyDigital MarketingThought LeadershipPersonal BrandingLinkedin Marketing+5

Digital Marketing Manager

Jan 2020 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos

Responsible for the Social Media strategy and implementation at Capgemini in the Netherlands.

Market PlanningLinkedin MarketingPaid Search CampaignsOnline AdvertisingSearch AdvertisingLinkedIn Training+6

Bleeeb

Owner / Digital Marketing

Dec 2019 – Dec 2023 · 4 yrs · Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

With Bleeeb I work result-oriented on the (online) performance of your brand, services and recruitment. Examples of clients I worked for are:
🏥 Rijnstate (Arnhem, NL) | Social Selling training
⚖️ Chao Legal (Amsterdam, NL) | Brand design and (website) content
👩‍🏫 Legal Skill Academy (Amsterdam, NL) | Brand design
🚘 Driving Services Apex DS (The Hague, NL) | Visual brand identity
🏫 HZ University of Applied Sciences (Middelburg, NL) | Social Selling and Digital Marketing trainings
🧳 True Amsterdam (Amsterdam, NL) | Design give-aways

LinkedIn TrainingDigital MarketingPresentations

Ignation sweden

Brand Manager, PR, Digital Marketing

Sep 2015 – Mar 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos · The Randstad, Netherlands · Hybrid

At this startup, I was responsible for the development and introducing of the Ignation brand to the market and building brand awareness. I focused on the (visual) identity of Ignation and led digital marketing efforts for clients.
Ignation’s technological solutions and concepts accelerate business innovation. The company targets fast-growing mid-sized clients and open-source developers who want to work in small teams with flexible working conditions.

Digital MarketingPresentationsPublic RelationsBrand Management

Sogeti

2 roles

► Sr. Advisor Digital Marketing & Communication

Promoted

Oct 2012 – Dec 2019 · 7 yrs 2 mos · Hybrid

Sogeti is a multi-niche IT company. As part of the corporate communications team, I am responsible for the online positioning of the Sogeti brand and its services, as well as the (online) rollout of a new visual identity.
I develop concepts and communication plans aimed at the optimal use of online channels. In addition, I serve as product owner for the development of the corporate website and content marketing, collaborating with various teams and external agencies.
I also advise the board and Sogeti professionals on the use of social media. In this role, I organize brainstorming sessions and support colleagues in creating and publishing relevant content. This also includes designing graphics and developing guidelines.

Paid Search CampaignsLinkedIn TrainingDigital MarketingPresentationsSEOAnalytical Skills+2

► Project Management Officer (PMO)

Apr 2011 – Sep 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos · Hybrid

Here’s a professional English translation for your CV:
As a consultant, I work on IT-related projects for Sogeti clients such as Vodafone and Rabobank, taking on the role of Project Management Officer (PMO). Additionally, I initiated the development of social collaboration services. I also contribute to the conceptual and visual design of client presentations and mockups for mobile apps.

Project ManagementSocial Media IntegrationPresentationsVisual Design

Vodafone

► PMO program testing

Jan 2012 – May 2012 · 4 mos · Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands

As a consultant, I worked on several innovative projects. I was responsible for tasks including (financial) planning and reporting on agreements with all stakeholders. I also contributed to the setup of testing environments and proposed solutions for issues. All of this took place in a fast-paced, international environment.

Project ManagementPresentations

Rabobank nederland

Software Migration and Coordination

Oct 2011 – Dec 2011 · 2 mos · Netherlands · On-site

As a consultant for Rabobank, I was responsible for coordinating and supporting the rollout of a new Microsoft version, including the implementation of the Windows pre-migration phase.

Project CoordinationProject Management

Oc&c strategy consultants

Graphic Designer

Dec 2009 – Apr 2011 · 1 yr 4 mos · The Randstad, Netherlands · On-site

At OC&C Consulting, I was responsible for creatively translating the visual brand into compelling designs for proposals, presentations, and recruitment materials. In this part-time role, I produced high-quality graphic designs that enhanced visual storytelling and ensured a consistent, professional brand image across all communications. I was also responsible for photographing events and taking professional portraits of employees for their LinkedIn profiles.

Graphic DesignAdobe InDesignAdobe Lightroomphotographyadobe IllustratorAdobe Creative Suite+1

Sensus fotografie

Onwer | Photographer

Sep 2009 – Mar 2012 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Amstedam · Remote

Owner, photographer, and videographer of my own business, specializing in documentary photography and video. Assignments included weddings, concerts, business events, and portraits.
Clients included: Workrate (Rijksmuseum), Greenberg Traurig, Summertime Magazine, Fashionscene.nl, Police (watches), VIP Models, Wilkinson, Laimböck.

Graphic DesignVideo EditingPhotographyBusiness OwnershipVisual Design

Vbat

► JR. Account Manager

Mar 2008 – Nov 2009 · 1 yr 8 mos · The Randstad, Netherlands

Managing Design Projects in the field of: Packaging, Corporate, Interactive and Retail.
Clients I worked for:
NS / Eropuit / Smart / TukTuk
Teleac
Gelredome
Waalwear / Cakewalk
Gemeente Zaanstad / Zaanstreek
La Perla International Living
Nuon
Zilveren Kruis Achmea
Also involved in New Businuess projects.

Presentations

Summer media group

Photographer

May 2006 – Sep 2009 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Netherlands · Hybrid

Photo-reports for Summertime Magazine and online platform Summerscene.

Outdoor AdvertisingPartnershipsPromotionIndoor AdvertisingDigital MarketingStaffing Coordination

Artbox - centre for creation -

► Agent (Intermediair)

Nov 2005 – Mar 2008 · 2 yrs 4 mos · The Randstad, Netherlands

Representeren van creatieven (illustratoren, animatoren en fotografen). Projectmanagement van creatieve projecten voor reclame- en designbureau's.

Extrema

Marketing and Promotions

Apr 2002 – Aug 2007 · 5 yrs 4 mos · Brabantine City Row · Hybrid

At Extrema, a leading electronic music event organizer, I worked in marketing and communications. I was responsible for online and offline promotion, managing press contacts, coordinating in-store and outdoor advertising, and maintaining relationships with partners and other event organizations for major events such as Extrema Outdoor, Lovefields, PinkPop, and New Year’s Eve.