I am a natural enthusiast and inspirational people manager with a strong respect for foreign (business) cultures. I enjoy turning complex ideas into actionable plans and leading teams through change. Over the years I have built brands, managed operations, and expanded businesses across Belgium and Europe. My approach combines strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and a calm, collaborative style that helps diverse teams succeed. During more than two decennia I've - managed music artist and media celebrities - created original music concepts - made deals for artists with fashion brands, luxury brands, tv-networks, record companies, bookers, ... - created and executed communication plans - produced music, shows, reality-tv series, ... This in Belgium, around Europe and one project in US.

Dany Peleman

I am a natural enthusiast and inspirational people manager with a strong respect for foreign (business) cultures. I enjoy turning complex ideas into actionable plans and leading teams through change. Over the years I have built brands, managed operations, and expanded businesses across Belgium and Europe. My approach combines strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and a calm, collaborative style that helps diverse teams succeed. During more than two decennia I've - managed music artist and media celebrities - created original music concepts - made deals for artists with fashion brands, luxury brands, tv-networks, record companies, bookers, ... - created and executed communication plans - produced music, shows, reality-tv series, ... This in Belgium, around Europe and one project in US.

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I am a natural enthusiast and inspirational people manager with a strong respect for foreign (business) cultures. I enjoy turning complex ideas into actionable plans and leading teams through change.

Over the years I have built brands, managed operations, and expanded businesses across Belgium and Europe. My approach combines strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and a calm, collaborative style that helps diverse teams succeed.

During more than two decennia I’ve

  • managed music artist and media celebrities
  • created original music concepts
  • made deals for artists with fashion brands, luxury brands, tv-networks, record companies, bookers, …
  • created and executed communication plans
  • produced music, shows, reality-tv series, …
    This in Belgium, around Europe and one project in US.
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Experience Level

Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Project Manager at Investment Company (Lucky’s Belgian Food & Beer project)
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Led end-to-end development of a restaurant franchise concept. Responsibilities included menu creation, site search and renovation supplier sourcing, recruitment and training of staff, social media presence, publicity, administration and daily operations, all while working in a country with a language barrier.
Project Manager at Luxury and Hospitality Investment Company
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Managed day-to-day operations, marketing, client acquisition, supervision and optimization of commercial processes; established workflows, built relationships with international suppliers and enhanced communications with online clients; contributed to multiple press features about the successful company start.
Sales & Marketing at Real Estate - Assisted Living
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019
Developed a structural sales operation and marketing strategy; built processes for lead generation, client communications, and campaigns.
Business Manager at Exclusief
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Publishing a lifestyle magazine; organized company events and incentives for Belgian and international groups; managed operations until the sale of the company.
General Manager at Investment Company (Beras hospitality brand)
September 1, 2023 - November 3, 2025
Recruited by an Indonesian family to create and manage a hospitality brand and restaurant franchise, started in Budapest with expansion plans for Eastern Europe. Duties included brand development, location scouting, interior design leadership, renovation supplier management, staff hiring, regulatory compliance, marketing communications, investor meetings, and expansion planning.

Education

Art History & Musicology at University Of Ghent, Belgium
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Architectural drawing at academy of performing arts
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Graphic Design at academy of performing arts
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Photography at academy of performing arts
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Verbal & nonverbal communication at academy of performing arts
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Organ and piano at academy of performing arts
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services