“I am very proud of all the work Google has done to support Belgium’s digital transformation over the past few years,” says Thierry Geerts, current head of Google for Belgium and Luxembourg, in a company statement. “I am also proud of the team and culture we have built and the potential Google has to continue to have a positive impact in our country. I look forward to exploring new avenues and taking on a new professional challenge. I have every confidence in Tom’s ability to take over and lead the teams to continued success.”

“Tom has been a valued leader of Google Belgium for many years,” adds Peter Friis, Google’s vice president for northern Europe. “I am confident that, under his leadership, we will continue to be a trusted partner to Belgian and Luxembourg businesses, helping them make the most of digital opportunities.”

De Block joined the Google team nearly 10 years ago and currently leads sales for customers in Belgium and Luxembourg. He has also spent 15 years abroad in the creative world of flavours and fragrances with industry leaders IFF and Givaudan.

The company has 500 employees in Belgium.

This article in Paperjam. It has been translated and edited for Delano.