Hello, my name is
Johan Coussens
Strategic Solution Provider
- JNLconsult@proximus.be | johan.coussens@skynet.be
- 0032 478 32 51 45
About me
I am an enthusiastic senior Executive with 30+ years of experience in strategic and operational leadership
My mission:
Guiding middle sized companies to assure their expansion
Johan Coussens (MsC) is a Senior Executive with 30+ years of experience in strategic and operational leadership in high-tech manufacturing environments (aerospace, medical devices, metalworking, polymer processing, food industry). Proven record in business transformation, sustainable growth and profitability (achieved +300% EBIT over 15 years). Recognized for visionary yet pragmatic leadership, integrating financial, legal and technical expertise delivering measurable results. Skilled in building strong leadership teams, aligning strategy with stakeholder interests , and steering organizations through change and innovation.
As such, Johan is an experienced Electro-Mechanic MsC with management skills fine-tuned towards medium sized production companies. Main competences are Out of the Box and analytical thinking, providing solutions over a broad field of activities by stimulating collaboration, idea inciting and converging mindsets of your human potential.
What I do
Expertise
Recognized for visionary yet pragmatic leadership, integrating financial, legal and technical expertise delivering measurable results.
Leadership
Skilled in building strong leadership teams, aligning strategy with stakeholder interests , and steering organizations through change and innovation.
Executive
Senior Executive with 30+ years of experience in strategic and operational leadership in high-tech manufacturing environments (aerospace, medical devices, metalworking, polymer processing, food industry).
Core competences
My Experience
1998-2025
Board & Advisory roles
• Member of executive committees, reporting directly to shareholders. • Board-level governance and strategic decision-making in multi-site organizations. • Advisor on investment, innovation and M&A projects.
2023-2025
Strategic Consultancy & Solution Provider
• Taylor made and innovative solutions strengthening your company by analysis and consultancy. • Collaborating and blending entirely with your internal staff . • Out of the box mentality and solution/idea provider. • Stimulating and Facilitating convergence of new and existing ideas and concepts. • Innovative ways of promoting, introducing and maturing skills to your highly valued human & company potential. Core Competencies • General & Operations Management • Strategic Planning & P&L Leadership • Business Transformation & Change Management • Board-Level Governance & Stakeholder Relations • Legal, Financial & Contract Negotiation • Lean, Quality & Continuous Improvement • Leadership Development & Executive Coaching • Multi-Site Facility & Asset Management
2017-2025
JNL Consult
Group Strategic Director
Directed corporate strategy and operations across 5 companies (turnover €50M, 250 FTE). • Achieved sustained +300% EBIT growth through strategic investment and operational excellence. • Orchestrated Leadership transition to the 3rd generation in a family-owned business. • Implemented Lean programs and secured aerospace & automotive quality certifications. • Negotiated and structured acquisitions, investment projects and complex contracts. • Reported directly to the Board of Directors and Shareholders’ Committee.