Ronald Schellekens Joins Staffbase's Supervisory Board as a Strategic Leader
Ronald Schellekens Appointed to Staffbase's Supervisory Board
Staffbase SE, known for being the fastest-growing employee communications cloud, has named Ronald Schellekens a member of its Supervisory Board. His appointment comes as part of Staffbase's ongoing strategy to enhance its value proposition in the realm of internal communications, amidst the evolving landscape of workforce engagement.
Currently the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Ice Cream division at Unilever, Schellekens carries a wealth of knowledge and expertise aimed at tackling the multifaceted challenges organizations face regarding employee relations. His profound understanding of workforce dynamics will be paramount in shaping strategies that address today's pressing organizational demands. He emphasized the importance of robust communication, stating that Staffbase offers a distinct solution to connect company vision with employee experience.
With a remarkable career spanning over three decades, Schellekens has held significant roles at prominent companies, including Executive Vice President and CHRO at PepsiCo, and HR leadership positions at Vodafone, Royal Dutch Shell, and ATT. His history of successfully driving transformation and fostering environments that account for employee diversity, equity, and inclusion has set remarkable standards within the industry. His notable efforts at Vodafone led to enhanced representation of underrepresented groups in leadership roles, demonstrating his commitment to inclusivity.
In his new role at Staffbase, Schellekens is expected to leverage his expertise to refine the company's communication solutions, ensuring they align effectively with unique organizational needs. This initiative resonates strongly with the company's vision to improve employee engagement, alignment, and overall productivity through thoughtful communication strategies. As he described, the platform empowers companies to not only disseminate key information but also to facilitate real-time discussions across various organizational levels – from top executives to frontline staff.
Dr. Martin Böhringer, CEO and founder of Staffbase, welcomed Schellekens warmly, recognizing the invaluable insights he will bring to the team.