Boundless curiosity and a passion for people – this perhaps best describes Elke. This unique combination quickly led to a flourishing academic career. With a PhD in psychology, Elke held various positions at the universities of Harvard, St Andrews, Maastricht and Rotterdam, where she attracted international attention with her solid research work. She recently held a professorship at Ghent University. Triggered by her scientific insights on mental resilience, she founded the company Better Minds at Work. This international consultancy company focuses on improving mental resilience, leadership and talent of employees and now consists of more than seventy psychologists, doctors and consultants.