Where the QbD story continues
Alumni Hub
Welcome to the QbD Alumni Hub – your space to reconnect, catch up, and stay inspired. Whether you’ve started a new chapter in your career, launched your own venture, or simply want to stay close to the QbD Group community, you’re in the right place. Because even when one chapter ends, the book isn’t finished - and you’ll always be part of our story.
🧭 What's up at QbD Group?
Big or small, every milestone moves the story forward. Get a quick glimpse of what’s been happening across the QbD Group ecosystem.
Welcome to our new Division Head Clinical
We are proud to announce that Dr. Diane Fairweather joined QbD Group as our new Division Head Clinical.
With over 25 years of experience in CRO, pharma, and biotech environments, Diane brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, project leadership, and a deep passion for team development.
Best Managed Company 2025
QbD Group has once again been awarded the Gold Label as a Best Managed Company — for the second year in a row and sixth time overall. This recognition reflects the dedication, excellence, and innovation you all bring every day.
Welcome to our new Division Head Regulatory Affairs
We’re proud to welcome Dr. Angeles Escarti-Nebot to QbD Group as our new Division Head Regulatory Affairs.
Angeles brings a rare blend of scientific expertise, regulatory insight, and business strategy — exactly the kind of well-rounded leadership that will help us grow our Regulatory Affairs division and strengthen our global support for life sciences companies.
🎗️ QbD Foundation Initiatives
Through the QbD Group Foundation, we invest our time, skills, funds, and energy into local projects that create a positive impact. Our focus? Supporting science, helping individuals and families facing health challenges, protecting the environment, and fostering QbD Group’s broader social commitment.
Take a look below at the initiatives we’re proud to support — they’re key chapters in our collective journey.
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Unique, recycled QbD etuis
Our old promo banners have been recycled into practical, one-of-a-kind etuis — ideal for your headset, mouse, or other small items.
They were made by Den Haag Werkt, a social initiative supporting people with a distance to the labor market.
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Spring Clothing Drive 'De collectie'
Many colleagues enthusiastically participated in spring cleaning this year. Your donations have been collected and are now ready to begin their second life.
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Feasty Friday tramezzini
On June 20th, we hosted a special edition of Feasty Friday! All proceeds went to the QbD Group Foundation to support future initiatives
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30 Days Less Cars Challenge
In June for the 3rd year in a row, we participated in the 30 days less cars initiative. The ideal way to rethink the way we move and embrace more sustainable commuting habits. Every small step makes a difference.
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Animal shelter campaign - Colombia
On July 26th, QbD Colombia will launch a campaign to support a local animal shelter, which cares for over 130 dogs in urgent need of food, blankets, medicine, and grooming supplies.
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Extrema Special
Hannah Dreesen took a day off to volunteer at Extrema Special — a free festival day organized for people with disabilities and their companions. From 4 PM to 8 PM, over 2,000 guests enjoyed music, entertainment, and pure joy at the festival grounds.
Life at QbD
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SciencePharma Integration & Teambuilding event in Warsaw
Our colleagues at Sciencepharma hosted an incredible teambuilding day—and a few of our QbD'ers joined in! In between working on the integration, they enjoyed a fun-filled day with canoeing, a delicious BBQ, and more.
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Sip & Create
In May, our Sip & Create event took place. Colleagues could choose between a cozy Sip & Crochet or an expressive Sip & Paint session—and the results? Let’s just say some masterpieces were created!
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QbD Bow Day
On May 9, our QbD Group team proudly wore their bows — in every style and color — to celebrate QbD Bow Day. We honored the memory of our co-founder, Albert Verschoor, and his legendary love for bowties.
QbD Quiz Night on October 3rd
Come and join us as from 18h at Technopolis in Mechelen! Registrations are open until the 18th of September.
This year, we’re supporting Fin, a little warrior living with 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, following the heartfelt request of one of our colleagues. Thanks to your registration fees of 5 euros, we can help make a real difference in his journey and offer meaningful support to his loving family.
Interested? Contact us via alumni@qbdgroup.com
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At QbD Group, our journey doesn’t end when a chapter closes — it’s the foundation for new beginnings and lasting connections.
Stéphanie Vanhaver Alumni Relations Officer
🎉Life & Career milestones
Every journey is marked by meaningful moments. Let's take a moment to capture and honor the milestones of our QbDers, both in their careers and personal lives.
🎂QbD work anniversary
Recently we had the occasion to celebrate major milestones - Daniel Cubero’s, Katy Van Neyghem's and Yves Dene's 10-year work anniversary!
Congrats to Ananza Vanderrijst who has recently blown out 5 QbD candles.
🍼 Baby Chuckles & Great Expectations
On April 1, Eline Heylen proudly welcomed her beautiful baby boy, Jasper.
The following day, Julie Uytterhoeven celebrated the arrival of her precious daughter, Ada.
✨New chapters ahead
In April, we celebrated two incredible careers at a beautiful retirement party for Patty and Agnes.
So many memories, laughs, and a few happy tears as we honored their years of dedication and the impact they’ve had on QbD Group.
Wishing them both the very best in this next chapter!
🔗 Let’s stay connected
The end of a chapter isn’t the end of the book.
Whether you want to stay in the loop, explore new opportunities, or just reconnect, we’d love to keep in touch and new chapters to the story we’ve started together.
Let’s catch up — the story’s not over yet!
Finished your QbD chapter but curious about a sequel? Whether you’re considering a return to QbD Group, know someone who’d be a great fit, or simply want to share your thoughts on the Alumni Hub — Stéphanie is your go-to person.
We’d love to hear from you. Let’s connect and maybe grab a coffee soon!