C-team

Groep C is a strong team of 18 stakeholder specialists and communication experts led by senior consultants and partners Bart Derison, Noël Slangen and Jan Withofs.

Bart Derison is one of the founding partners of Groep C. He is a consultant to Flemish and federal authorities but also advises companies on complex communication processes. Furthermore, he manages Connect, a sister company of Groep C specialising in infrastructure and mobility communication.

Noël Slangen is often described as Belgium’s best known communication consultant. With nearly 25 years of experience, he is a specialist in crisis and social communication, internal communication processes and opinion management, advising both institutional clients and renowned international companies. In addition, he offers policy advice for mission blueprints, strategies and leadership outlines.

Jan Withofs is a senior communication expert and partner of Groep C, specialising in crisis communication, internal communication, strategic planning and positioning advice.

Behind these partners is a team of communication experts, each with their own specialisation: Joris Boonen, Katlijn Declercq, Philippe De Vries, Luk Janssen, Nathalie Lenaerts, Jan Meert, Stien Mercken, Sarah Op de Beeck, Jurgen Ritzen, Lotte Thora, Max Van Der Linden, Johan Vanswijgenhoven and Dorien Vennekens.

Rika Clerx, Ellen Pacan and Walter Biers form the administrative and support team and are led by Bettie Elias, who is also the company’s administrative and financial director.