Francien Brand is an engagement manager in Heidrick & Struggles' Amsterdam office. She is a member of the global Consumer Practice and specializes in FMCG, retail and light industry and has functional expertise in filling Human Resources roles.
Prior to joining Heidrick & Struggles, Francien worked as senior research officer for a Dutch renowned executive search bureau NMC-Nijsse International, specializing in general management and marketing roles within their consumer and light industry practice.
Francien began her earlier career as a member of the management team at Tampa Medical Centre in Florida. Upon her return to The Netherlands, she filled marketing & sales roles in various industries.
She is fluent in English and Dutch and has a good working knowledge of German.