Trusted Leadership and Search & Selection Advisor with a demonstrated history in connecting the right people with the right organisations. Hester is a Partner at VALPEO, where she primarily works on complex executive search and selection assignments. In addition, she leads the Marketing Department and drives various internal innovation initiatives within the firm. She is also actively involved in the annual evaluation of senior public sector executives, bringing her sharp eye for leadership potential and organisational alignment to high-stakes decision-making processes. With a deep understanding of how roles, people and organisations interact, Hester helps clients rethink leadership fit in a way that goes beyond traditional search. As a former co-founder of The Recruiters Academy and current guest lecturer at Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences, she remains committed to advancing the field — sharing practical insights with future talent professionals. What distinguishes Hester is her ability to connect strategic thinking with human understanding. She sees potential where others might overlook it and knows how to translate that into lasting impact for both people and organisations.