Bio

Hi, I’m Marleen, the Recruitment Lead at Founders Pledge, based in sunny Lisbon. I’m passionate about connecting talent with opportunities to create meaningful change.

With 8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, I thrive at the intersection of people and innovation. At Founders Pledge, I’m committed to building exceptional teams that empower visionary entrepreneurs to fulfil their philanthropic missions.

Outside of work, I’m a strength training enthusiast, love exploring the vibrant streets of Lisbon, and enjoy engaging with the longevity community—who doesn’t want to live a long and healthy life?

Q&A with Marleen

Q: If you could choose anyone famous (real or fictional) to have dinner with who would they be and why?

I would choose Steven Bartlett, the host of the podcast "The Diary of a CEO." His insights on entrepreneurship, mental health, and personal growth are incredibly inspiring, and I’d love to discuss his journey and perspectives on wellness in the business world.

Q: As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

An actress! I’m still working on my debut :)

Q: If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you?

It would be an upbeat comedy with some crazy twists in the plot, and I think Emma Stone would be perfect to play me—she brings humor and charm to every role!