Oscar Wezenbeek
Oscar Wezenbeek is an accomplished executive with over three decades of leadership experience in the specialty chemicals industry, currently serving as the Managing Partner of Sage Boardroom Consulting. His expertise in driving growth and profitability in both B2B and B2C markets is complemented by his success in bridging European and Asian business practices. Oscar’s strategic thinking and global change management acumen have been instrumental in chairing publicly listed companies and contributing to joint ventures across vibrant markets in India, Pakistan, China, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
A passionate advocate for sustainability, Oscar has a proven track record of turning around businesses and improving performance in all areas. His personal and social skills enable him to engage effectively with stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Oscar’s educational background includes a master’s degree in industrial engineering and business administration from Eindhoven University of Technology, with further executive education from INSEAD, IMD, and Yale University.
Oscar’s commitment to professional development is evident in his roles as a Senior Accredited Director of the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID) and a member of the British Institute of Directors (IOD). His international experience is further enriched by his personal journey, having lived and worked with his family in Spain, Sweden, and now Singapore.
Afke Hemmes
Afke is a pragmatic, analytical professional with a hands-on approach, specializing in the analysis of rapidly evolving ecosystems, the identification of strategic business opportunities, and the facilitation of necessary transformative changes. With an extensive background in interim management and management consulting, Afke excels in integrating sustainability objectives into corporate strategies and translating these strategies into actionable plans. This provides organizations with a structured framework for implementation and opportunities for growth.
Over the past 15 years, Afke has accrued significant experience in various interim and management consulting positions within scale-ups and multinational corporations across a diverse range of sectors. She is adept at navigating both board-level and ground-floor operations, demonstrating a strong capability in building partnerships and managing multiple stakeholders. Her professional journey spans several countries, including the Netherlands, Argentina, and Singapore. Afke has been dedicated to assisting companies in adopting sustainable business practices and boosting the growth of profitable circular business models.
Afke holds a master’s degree in international organizations from the University of Groningen. She has enhanced her expertise in corporate sustainability and entrepreneurship through advanced programs at the University of Cambridge and INSEAD.
