Us and Our Mission
Inge V.
WHY CHOOSE US
We turn risk into an advantage by building custom, sustainable strategies, and we’re with you until the results are real.
We turn risk into an advantage by building custom, sustainable strategies, and we’re with you until the results are real.
If you light a fire in others, it keeps you warm too. - Inge Vandijck
If you light a fire in others, it keeps you warm too. - Inge Vandijck
If you light a fire in others, it keeps you warm too. - Inge Vandijck
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
(01)
Risk and sustainability are inseparable and I help organisations bridge them. With over 20 years of experience across public, private, and critical infrastructure sectors, I specialise in risk management, business continuity, and ESG-driven resilience. As a certified ISO 31000 trainer and co-founder of Bright Phoenix, I support leaders in turning risks into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Inge Vandijck
CO-FOUNDER - CEO - ECONOMIST
(02)
As Associate at Bright Phoenix, I shape how our advisory connects with the world, crafting clear messaging, building visibility, and aligning our go-to-market strategy with our mission in sustainable risk. With a focus on strategic communications and brand positioning, I help translate complex insights into accessible, action-driven narratives that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Alexander Van der Linden
ASSOCIATE - PR & GTM STRATEGY
(03)
As COO at Bright Phoenix, Ilias oversees operations and project delivery, ensuring our risk-driven sustainability advisory delivers impact with precision. With a strong background in risk management and sustainability implementation, he aligns internal processes, client engagements, and team workflows to help organisations embed sustainable practices into their operations.
Ilias Vertonghen
COO
(03)
At Bright Phoenix, I lead the development of our tech solutions around NIS2 compliance, expanding our team, steering R&D, and shaping go‑to‑market strategy. By integrating advanced security tooling with regulatory expertise, I enable organizations to meet EU cybersecurity mandates while unlocking resilient growth.
Ryan De Mars
ASSOCIATE - TECH & BD
At Bright Phoenix, we don’t follow the crowd. We redraw the map.
In a world of sameness, our difference is our strength. We don’t compete in crowded markets. We create new ones. This is our blue ocean: data-driven, insight-led, and designed for transformation.
Our work is structured through clear, step-by-step methods. We use and improve proven frameworks, and build our own when needed. Every assignment runs on defined strategies, roadmaps, deliverables, and measurable progress. KPIs, KRIs, and shared responsibility keep us aligned and accountable.
We see risk as more than a threat. It is the space between uncertainty and opportunity. We help clients minimize impact and maximize upside. Through co-creation, we deliver not just solutions, but shared success. Win-wins that are more holistic, efficient, and built to last.
Bright Phoenix isn’t just a name. It is how we think, and how we rise.
At Bright Phoenix, we don’t follow the crowd. We redraw the map.
In a world of sameness, our difference is our strength. We don’t compete in crowded markets. We create new ones. This is our blue ocean: data-driven, insight-led, and designed for transformation.
Our work is structured through clear, step-by-step methods. We use and improve proven frameworks, and build our own when needed. Every assignment runs on defined strategies, roadmaps, deliverables, and measurable progress. KPIs, KRIs, and shared responsibility keep us aligned and accountable.
We see risk as more than a threat. It is the space between uncertainty and opportunity. We help clients minimize impact and maximize upside. Through co-creation, we deliver not just solutions, but shared success. Win-wins that are more holistic, efficient, and built to last.
Bright Phoenix isn’t just a name. It is how we think, and how we rise.
What does Bright Phoenix do, exactly?
Who do you work with?
What makes your approach different?
How do we get started?
How do you define “sustainable risk management”?
What does Bright Phoenix do, exactly?
Who do you work with?
What makes your approach different?
How do we get started?
How do you define “sustainable risk management”?
What does Bright Phoenix do, exactly?
Who do you work with?
What makes your approach different?
How do we get started?
How do you define “sustainable risk management”?
