Unilever
“Working with GrowthWorks was an absolute pleasure. Elke organized a series of impactful workshops for our team, focusing on trust, learning, and fostering positivity. She guided us in crafting a Team Charter that truly reflects our shared values and goals. Elke’s combination of passion, flexibility, and output-driven approach was inspiring. She ensured the outcomes were not only tangible but also immediately actionable, which made a real difference. The team responded very positively, and we now have a solid foundation to build on. I highly recommend Elke and GrowthWorks for anyone looking to elevate their team dynamics.”
- Peter Krijnen, Head of Field Sales, Unilever Netherlands
BMB Bouwmaterialen
“Elke has shared valuable insights with us that proved the ability to lift teams up to a higher level even by applying small, actionable steps. It requires courage to engage in individual and team dialogues without avoiding difficult topics. When doing so, our team instantly showed more engagement and understanding for change. Self-reflection is immensely valuable in any role and thanks to Elke’s enthusiasm she inspired us to try out all these new ways of looking at challenges.”
- An Gillis, Sales & Operations Manager, BMB Bouwmaterialen
HOGENT
“Elke’s guest lecture at HOGENT was an inspiring and valuable experience for our students in HRM. The positive approach of the workshop in which Elke encouraged the students to support each other, use each other’s networks and reflect on personal achievements, was highly appreciated. Elke’s international business experience in large multinationals brought valuable insights in talent management in an international context for the students and the practical examples made the guest lecture vivid and tangible. The students learned to look at career planning with a whole new fresh pair of eyes and embraced concrete ideas to aid themselves and others for the future.”
- Marjolein Feys, Professor HRM, HOGENT
Volvo
“Elke's delivery of the Emerging Leader Program for Volvo Group University was truly transformative. She inspired both current and future leaders by sharing her own experiences and insights, fostering a sense of possibility and ambition. Elke supported participants in developing their leadership skills through interactive workshops, encouraging them to embrace their unique strengths. She invited them to engage in deep self-reflection, helping them to identify areas for growth and to strengthen their leadership capabilities. Her motivational approach created an empowering environment, driving participants to strive for excellence and to lead with confidence and integrity.”
- Izabel Medeiros, Program Director, Volvo Financial Services
“I had the privilege of having Elke be a part of my global leadership team for several years. Her contributions were many, but a few key ones I’d like to share. She was instrumental in developing and implementing a global talent retention program, teaching our leaders best practices around career discussions and stay dialogues resulting in the retention of key talent. Additionally Elke helped inspire leaders through our Leading with Care program. This was a program to develop our global leaders around resiliency and teamwork, she brought her passion and insights into this program. It’s a pleasure to work with Elke, she brings energy and a caring attitude, her presence positively impacts the dynamics of the room.
- Troy Heflin, SVP People & Culture, Volvo Financial Services
“Elke was a crucial key player in our Development Program for Change Agents. She has lead two highly valuable multiday workshops in Poland that significantly impacted our participants and their growth.
The first workshop was focused on lifelong learning. Elke fully engaged the participants and fostered an interactive atmosphere, resulting in strong involvement and meaningful takeaways.
The second workshop was focused on trust. This truly was a unique and powerful experience—participants gained valuable insights and were deeply moved by the session, making it memorable and impactful.
Elke is not just a trainer who shares knowledge—she inspires. Her professionalism, ability to engage a group, and passion for development are remarkable. She is determined to succeed for her clients and has a true entrepreneurial spirit.
I wholeheartedly recommend Elke as an outstanding trainer and expert in personal and professional development. Any organization that works with her can expect top-quality training, deep engagement, and a lasting impact on participants' growth. I enjoyed working with Elke a lot.”
- Maria Kmiecik – HR Director Europe Central East + East, Volvo Group
"I had the opportunity to work with Elke on various talent management initiatives. One activity that really stood out was the workshop on “Life Long Learning”. This 4 hour workshop included the importance of continuous learning for growth, how everyone can create a mood board to set goals and be on your lifelong learning journey to stay focused. Elke was able to drive the session keeping in mind individual and organization needs. Her ability to understand the client’s requirement and drive this in a simplistic manner is amazing. The workshop was meant for all employees in India and was designed in such a way that it catered the needs of every individual's learning without compromising the quality. The session inspired many to drive their learning journey through these creative ideas. I love the fact that Elke takes time to sit with you, understand the requirements and co-creates the content along with you. She is a superb team player and I highly recommend her work."
- Seeja Sreedharan, former Head of HR, Volvo Financial Services India
“For our Agile program, Elke delivered an Agile workshop for a large group of Volvo employees. She guided participants through the principles and practices of Agile ways of working. Elke's engaging facilitation style and practical examples helped demystify Agile concepts, making them accessible and relevant to the participants' daily work. She fostered a collaborative learning environment where employees could experiment with Agile techniques, share their experiences, and learn from one another. This hands-on approach not only enhanced their understanding of Agile but also empowered them to implement these practices effectively within their teams.”
- Izabel Medeiros, Program Director, Volvo Financial Services
“Elke delivered an impactful training session on change management, emphasizing the critical role trust plays in successful organizational transformations. She used a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises to illustrate how trust can be established and maintained during periods of change. Elke encouraged participants to engage in open dialogue, share their experiences, and practice active listening, fostering a culture of transparency and mutual respect. By highlighting real-world examples and facilitating group discussions, she helped participants understand the importance of trust in navigating change and inspired them to apply these principles in their own teams and projects.”
- Izabel Medeiros, Program Director, Volvo Financial Services