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Klaartje Galle is the creative leader at VML Belgium, where she believes the most successful campaigns seamlessly blend creativity, effectiveness, and meaningfulness, all executed with exceptional craftsmanship. As a skilled expert in creative direction, she has spearheaded numerous award-winning projects that combine innovative concepts with strategic insights. Klaartje is deeply committed to social impact, often incorporating themes that tackle crucial issues such as climate change, gender equality, and health into her campaigns. She is also dedicated to her team's well-being, encouraging and uplifting them through active listening and empathy instead of pressure. Her passion and creativity permeate her work, and as Chief Creative Officer, she fosters these values throughout her agency. Her work has received international recognition, amassing over 150 awards from prestigious competitions like Cannes Lions, Eurobest, D&AD, LIA, Gerety, and CLIO, among others. Klaartje has also served as a jury member for notable awards, including Cannes Lions and Eurobest. Beginning her career in 2003 as an Art Director at Direct BBDO Belgium, she has gained extensive experience across various advertising sectors, leading to her current role at VML Belgium, where she excels at connecting people, brands, and creativity.