photographer: jonne lucia op de weegh© | make-up artist: nicky ruisch from art of colors
travix
at travix, cultivating a diverse and inclusive team is one of our core values, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to grow. joining the equals campaign aligns with our commitment to supporting a culture where fairness and equality are key. it presents a great opportunity to champion what we stand for as an organisation and celebrate some of the women who serve as role models within travix and beyond.”
lesley zandvliet(she/her)
chief of staff at travix
about
i grew up around amsterdam and pursued my studies in business administration, which led me to a career in consultancy as i wanted to gain exposure to different industries to discover where my true passions lay. after exploring several sectors, i found my calling in the travel industry. for the past 12 years, i’ve been working in leadership roles, where i’ve been able to blend two things i truly love: travel and collaborating with others to drive continuous improvement. currently, i serve as chief of staff at travix, the company behind cheaptickets. in this relatively new role, i am part of the management team, working closely with colleagues to optimize our operational, financial, and organizational strategies. my focus is on overseeing key programs and ensuring seamless collaboration across all departments, with a constant drive to meet our strategic objectives and push for greater success.
what qualities do you think are essential for success?
success means different things to different people, and it all starts with understanding what it looks like for you personally. for me, success is having a job where i can make a meaningful impact together with others, while also maintaining a balance that allows time for family, friends, travel, and hobbies. in my opinion, qualities like positivity, focusing on what you can control, striving for concrete results, taking the time to understand how things work before jumping to conclusions, and practicing self-reflection are all valuable traits that will support you no matter what your specific goals are!
travix
at travix, cultivating a diverse and inclusive team is one of our core values, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to grow. joining the equals campaign aligns with our commitment to supporting a culture where fairness and equality are key. it presents a great opportunity to champion what we stand for as an organisation and celebrate some of the women who serve as role models within travix and beyond.”