Estelle Roux
Experienced HR Director, now CEO & Co-Founder of Tech Startup
I am the CEO & Co-founder of StellarUp, a Dutch tech scale-up that is dedicated to enhancing diversity and fostering equity and inclusivity through knowledge sharing and community building. With over 23 years of experience in International HR, my unwavering mission has been to create diverse environments where people-first cultures can truly thrive. Now, my life's purpose is to provide others with the opportunity to experience the transformative power of knowledge sharing and community building through StellarUp. We are committed to driving positive change, empowering individuals, and enabling them to reach their full potential within an inclusive and supportive ecosystem.
Professionally, I have a strong passion for cultivating creativity and building successful teams, cultures, and communities. Personally, I am deeply devoted to the transformative potential of mentoring. Engaging in discussions, teaching, and providing training on this subject brings me great joy. If you are interested in connecting with me to explore how I can assist you in developing a mentoring program for your company or community, or if you are seeking to become a mentor yourself, I would be delighted to hear from you.
My fascination with scale-ups traces back to my early days in HR, where I embarked on my journey with a London-based energy company. Throughout my career, I have accumulated extensive international HR experience, primarily in the FinTech, IT, and Banking industries. Guided by a philosophy that challenges the status quo, I have consistently strived to foster diverse environments and empower people-first cultures.
My ultimate objective has always been to create thriving and inclusive environments where diverse teams can excel. By leveraging my passion for mentoring and employing a creative leadership style, I have successfully transformed small teams into world-class, high-performing Talent Acquisition and People Operations teams.
Recognizing the demands of balancing a career and family life, I dedicate a significant portion of my work to empowering women in business and technology, particularly in the realm of self-promotion. In recent years, I have supported numerous start-ups and scale-ups in expanding their businesses, establishing strong female workforces, and cultivating diverse and thriving environments. My expertise extends to elevating small teams to international heights, creating targeted campaigns for female audiences, and developing tailored graduate programs for female students.
In addition to being a co-creator of two incredible individuals, I am a passionate advocate for women in business, embrace my inner tech geek, and prioritize fitness. I firmly believe that saying "NO" is a complete sentence, and I live by the motto "Never underestimate the power of a positive mind."