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Michael Neefs shared this🎤 Registration is now open: Cornerstone Connect 2026 – Benelux (Antwerp) Cornerstone customers, partners, and community members from across the Benelux are coming together on 4 June at DIVE for an exclusive one-day event designed for our Benelux community. ✨ What to expect: Discover how to turn workforce intelligence into action, build adaptive learning strategies that deliver real impact, and operationalize AI across your organization. Hear customer stories and practical use cases, take part in discussions and roundtables, network with peers and explore the latest product innovations and roadmap Complimentary to attend — spaces are limited. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eZt4zcPe #CornerstoneConnect #AI #LearningAndDevelopment #FutureOfWork
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Michael Neefs shared thisLess than a month to go! Join us at HR Tech Europe 2026 in Amsterdam! Meet @Cornerstone, @Staffbase, and @Easygenerator at stand #952 and: ✨ Explore the leading AI platform for learning, talent, and skills intelligence ✨ Extend what’s possible with Cornerstone Get your complimentary pass here and see you in Amsterdam on 22–23 April 2026! https://lnkd.in/esJKAene
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Michael Neefs shared thisWe are sponsoring HR Tech Europe – the premier event for HR innovation – and we would love to see you there. Visit our stand #952 to explore the latest innovations in learning, talent, and skills intelligence. Meet our Cornerstars' experts, see our innovative solutions in action, and discover how we’re shaping the future of HR. Get your complementary pass below and see you in Amsterdam on April 22-23, 2026! Link: https://lnkd.in/eBU9Cw-Z #HRTechEurope2026 #BeTheChange #HRTechnology #HRLeaders
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Michael Neefs shared thisIntense in Laughs, intense in Emotions, intense in Love and Respect. Couldn't miss such an opportunity to bound together again and again !!Michael Neefs shared this𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 – 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 80 Cornerstars.⭐ Des rires. Des retrouvailles. De l’énergie. 🔥 Des conversations qui repartent comme si on s’était quittés hier. Les parcours évoluent, les rôles changent, l’esprit, lui, reste. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 ✨ Merci à tous les alumni et Cornerstars passés partager cette énergie. This was just the beginning 🚀 --------------------- 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 – 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 80 Cornerstars.⭐ Laughter. Reconnections. Energy. 🔥 Conversations picking up right where they left off. Paths evolve. Roles change. The spirit remains. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 ✨ Thanks to all the alumni and Cornerstars who brought the energy. More to come 🚀 Thanks to everyone who joined, from across France 🇫🇷 Emmanuel LAURENT Fabienne Touchard Arnaud Paradis-Hiare Olivier Leullier 🟥 🇫🇷 ⚡ Amelie Fargue Adrien Chaput Jill Moudiane Nicolas Laigle Vincent Belliveau Sinéad R. Corinne Bidallier Philippe Audebert Claire Guidicelli Charles-Henri Brenneisen.Sandra Contreras Villalba ... and from Belgium, Italy and beyond 🇧🇪 🇮🇹 Matt Goldberg Max Schroeter Franco Gementi Martina Campi Glenn Van den Steen Michael Neefs
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Michael Neefs shared thisPreparing your workforce for 2026 - an HR perspective Tune in for an honest and insightful conversation with our own VP and Global HR Leader Paramita C. and Daria Mhamal, Nordic Strategic Account Manager, as they share insights from global research and real Nordic workforce data. Their message is clear: the future of work isn’t ahead of us — it’s already here. Date: Thursday, 29 January Time: 10:00 - 10:30 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eW3yaDjt (Can’t join us live? Register anyway and you will receive the recording once the session ends).
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Michael Neefs shared thisWhere glamour meets high business impact ! Roxane — where do I even begin… 💛 Working with you has been one of the greatest gifts of my professional life, and I’m not exaggerating when I say that you’ve been my everything at Cornerstone for all these years — my confidant, my friend, my true business partner, my second half. From day one, we had something rare. Not a couple, not “just colleagues”… something deeper and bigger than labels — that cosmic, non-couple relationship where everything just clicked. The way we understood each other without long explanations. The way we could laugh in the middle of chaos, refocus instantly, and still deliver beyond expectations. The way we pushed each other higher, naturally, effortlessly. And what a journey we’ve had. Hawaii, Thailand, Orlando, Tel-Aviv, Miami… all those moments where work mixed with life, where we were building something strong and successful, but also creating memories that stay with you forever. Those trips were more than destinations — they were symbols of what we were capable of together: ambition, freedom, intensity, and that feeling that anything was possible. Professionally, we didn’t just “do the job.” We thrived. We overachieved every single year we collaborated. We raised the bar, again and again. You brought brilliance, structure, calm strength, and that unique ability to turn complexity into clarity. You were the person I trusted fully — in front of customers, internally, under pressure, in victories, in setbacks… always. Emotionally too, you’ve been such a huge part of my Cornerstone story. Some of my best professional AND emotional moments happened because you were there. Because you made things lighter. Because you made things meaningful. Because you made me feel supported, understood, and safe — even in the most intense moments. That’s not something people forget. So yes… your departure will create a big emptiness in my professional life. A space that won’t be replaced. Because you’re not just someone I worked with — you were part of my rhythm, part of my drive, part of my balance. But at the same time… I know this isn’t an ending. I truly believe our paths will cross again, because for us the world is a pocket. And even if distance appears on a calendar, the connection stays the same. The respect stays. The friendship stays. The “we’ve got this” energy stays. Thank you, Roxie — for everything you gave, everything you built with me, and everything you were in my life during these years. Thank you for being the rare kind of person who makes work feel like a mission, and success feel like a shared victory. Thank you for being my partner in all senses that matter. Cornerstone will feel different without you… and so will I. But I’ll carry this chapter with a lot of pride, a lot of gratitude, and honestly… a lot of love. See you soon, cosmic partner, and success to your new beautiful journey 🌍✨💛 with lots of love, Mike
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Michael Neefs posted this***JOB Candidate Alert*** Searching for an experimented CORNERSTONE platform expert / System Administrators/Process Owner --> please reach out to Sebastiaan van Koekenberg
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Michael Neefs shared this(bragging time) swipe next at your will... Working with the bests, makes you deliver the best of yourself ! I’m incredibly proud and grateful to share some exciting news: I’ve been elected Best Sales Manager of the Year (EMEA), and also recognized for closing Largest Deal of the Year (EMEA). These awards mean a lot — not only because they reflect performance, but because they represent what can happen when you combine trust, teamwork, and relentless focus on customer value. More than anything, this is another reminder that Cornerstone OnDemand continues to prove—again and again—why it’s the best company I’ve ever worked for. We don’t just sell technology. We deliver real, measurable impact for our customers, by bringing together innovation, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to success. What makes it even more special is that this recognition comes during a time where we’ve achieved something truly rare: --> constant overachievement and Regional growth for more than six years in a row And we’re only getting started. We’re entering a new phase where what we’re building — and what we’re enabling for our customers — will catapult them into a new era of innovation, powered by: --> AI-driven experiences --> enhanced UI/UX --> business impact that truly resonates across their organization This was also a celebration of a tough year — the kind of year that tests your energy, your resilience, and your mindset. But it was also the kind of year that proves the strength of a team that shows up for each other, elevates each other, and wins together. My beloved management line, their trust and encouragements are what also helped me out to unleash my potential ! To everyone who contributed — colleagues, leaders, partners, and customers — thank you. This is what happens when we move forward as one team, with a shared ambition and a shared belief in what’s possible. Excited for what’s next in 2026 in the pictures : Andri Bastiaanssen Michael Baker Vincent Belliveau Himanshu Palsule Glenn Van den Steen Michel Geurts David Maddison Xavier Portet Trees Van Gasse Mirna Bruins Amaury Blanc Emmanuel Carrere Sanne Muller #CornerstoneOnDemand #EMEA #SalesLeadership #Teamwork #CustomerSuccess #Innovation #AI #Growth #Performance
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Michael Neefs shared thisIt's a wrap, our Cornerstone OnDemand annual Sales kick off is about to close. Thanks to our Executive Leadeship Team, to keep this company so great, to take strategic directions, and decision that are bringing us to the new era of #peopledevelopment Beside many learnings from our Cornerstars community, sharing best practices, and discover together the amount of innovation we will bring to our beloved customers these coming years !Michael Neefs shared thisThis week in Bali, Cornerstone OnDemand’s International Sales Kickoff 2026 brought together teams from across the globe with a clear focus on one shared goal: helping our customers succeed amid constant change. The conversations were grounded in reality. As the pace and impact of change continue to accelerate, organizations are navigating both new challenges and meaningful opportunities, needing to deliver performance now while adapting for the future. Through customer perspectives, expert insights, and hands-on sessions, our teams explored how to turn change into action by building AI-driven skills, operating with greater agility, and delivering real value in the field. I remain so impressed by the passion, constant growth mindset, collaborative spirit, and unstoppable desire to succeed demonstrated by our teams. Thank you to our Cornerstars, customers, and valued partners and sponsors, including ActOn Group, Easygenerator, eConsulting, eSkillz, goFLUENT, HR Path, NIIT, Phenom Cloud, and SureSkills, for being part of this journey. Together, we are unstoppable. Explore Cornerstone’s Predictions Report to see the trends shaping how work works now and how organizations can prepare for what’s next: https://lnkd.in/ecXVCR4H
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Michael Neefs reacted on thisMichael Neefs reacted on this#NEWS: Cornerstone today revealed the next evolution of Cornerstone Galaxy™ as part of its Spring 2026 Innovation release. Designed to expand the value AI brings as a multiplier within organizations, the new features introduce assistive and agentic capabilities within Cornerstone to help organizations accelerate skilling and talent development. With the new Adaptive Learning Agent and Course Assistant, Cornerstone embeds contextual intelligence directly into learning, development, and administration. Learn more: https://csod.info/4bKmiki #AI #WorkforceAgility #LearningAndDevelopment #FutureOfWork
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Michael Neefs reacted on thisIt is exciting to see UKG Ready recognised for how great the product is. Leading the way in usability & functional depth! Come talk to us if you are in need a comprehensive solution that's easy to use, and that can grow with your business.Michael Neefs reacted on thisSMB HCM platforms are evolving from administrative systems into operational engines for growing organizations. By unifying payroll, HR, and talent processes in a single system, these platforms are reducing manual work, improving data accuracy, and helping small HR teams operate more strategically. Generative AI assistants are accelerating this shift by answering employee questions, guiding workflows, and identifying payroll or compliance anomalies before they become issues. “SMB organizations are looking for HCM platforms that simplify operations without sacrificing capability,” said Evelyn McMullen, Research Manager at Nucleus Research. “The greatest ROI comes from systems that automate routine work, unify workforce data, and give HR teams clearer visibility into their people and processes.” Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eNqWiEcH #HCM #HRTech #SMB #WorkforceManagement #AIinHR #HRTransformation #EnterpriseSoftware #ROI #NucleusResearch
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Michael Neefs reacted on thisMichael Neefs reacted on thisAfter 7.5 incredible years at Cornerstone OnDemand, the time has come for a new chapter. Cornerstone has been an important part of my professional journey. I had the privilege of working with exceptional colleagues (you know who you are!) and supporting many partners and organizations across the Netherlands as they explored how technology can help develop and empower people. Being responsible for new business in the Dutch market across multiple industries including the public sector has been both a challenge and a very rewarding experience. Most of all, I’m grateful for the people I’ve worked with along the way. Thank you to my colleagues, partners (especially IJK and worldofwork™), and everyone who has been part of that journey. Today I’m excited to start a new adventure at UKG. It’s an exciting time in the HCM space, and I’m looking forward to learning, meeting new (and not so new 😉 ) people, and contributing where I can. Thanks for the warm welcome Gert-Jan Bakker ☁️, Christiaan Weurding, Bogdan Aftoni! Change always brings new opportunities, and I’m very much looking forward to what’s ahead. Let's Go! #newchapter #SaaS #HCM #UKG Ps. Yes, I hopped on the 'create a caricature of me and the things you know about me...' trend - made me chuckle 🙃.
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Michael Neefs reacted on thisMichael Neefs reacted on thisWhat kids think we do at work vs. what they actually see! 🏢🧡 Earlier this month, I had the absolute joy of showing my little girls where Mom actually goes when she heads to the office in Amsterdam. Until now, they thought my job as an Account Executive simply consisted of talking on the phone and typing words on a computer. Their new perception? Mom’s job is mostly eating snacks, drinking vitamin water, and playing games all day! 😂 Honestly, I love their take on our office energy. They even got to become "real Workday experts" in our Amsterdam classroom. As a working Mom, seeing their enthusiasm to see where I go, so I can give/ provide what their hearts desire, meant world to me. I know these little girls are going to rock and shine as the new generation at work, in whatever they choose to become when they grow up. But for now... let's let them stay princesses and keep imagining that Mom just eats candy all day at work. 👑🍬 #WorkdayLife #WomenInTech #WorkingMom #FutureLeaders #WorkdayAmsterdam #LifeAtWorkday
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Michael Neefs reacted on thisMichael Neefs reacted on thisLast Friday marked my last day at Cornerstone. It's been an amazing ride that lasted more than 11 years. I'm proud of what we achieved over these years, first growing the business as a talent management contender with the Nordics and Benelux team, and recently consolidating partner ecosystems of multiple legacy companies and accelerating partner led growth at an EMEA level. The red thread during these years was always working with great colleagues, and building towards a mission of giving people the best tools to develop themselves and realize their potential. I'm grateful to all fellow Cornerstars, partners and customers who inspired me over the years, and who taught me many invaluable lessons. There are too many people to call out, but special thanks to Sharon Rock, Michael Baker, Rodolphe Vernes 💚, Philippe Audebert, Vincent Belliveau, David Wood, Tatiana Grimsley, Xavier Portet, Michel Geurts, Che Osborne, Stefan Robsen for your support over the years. I'll miss working with my team, but I'm sure you'll do great things in the coming years! Now I'll take some time to reflect on my next move, spend time with the family and train for Comrades Ultramarathon. Cornerstars, partners and customers, don't be a stranger 😊
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Michael Neefs liked thisMichael Neefs liked thisWe just finished the teaser for Ardoise and honestly, it hit me harder than I expected. I started thinking back to my years in L&D… and realized the hardest part was never strategy, alignment or even budget. It was the damn compromise. We either bought content that was “fine” but not really ours. Or we tried to build something custom, and by the time it was ready, the business had already moved on. I can’t tell you how many times my teams and I said, “We just need to tweak this one thing.” And then watched that one thing turn into a full‑blown production cycle: designers, SMEs, translations, vendors, approvals, delays… It was exhausting! And honestly, kind of soul‑crushing. We knew what great learning could feel like: Contextual. Relevant. Alive. But operationally it was impossible. That’s where this idea came from. Born from the frustration of people who’ve lived this and who just wanted a way to build and evolve learning without starting from zero every time. So when I watched the teaser, I didn’t feel hype. I felt relief. We hope you do too. More next Tuesday. And yeah, I can’t wait to show you. Just follow the Ardoise page to get the latest news first. #AIauthoring #ArdoiseStudio #AIUpskilling Vincent Annest Dr Andrea Tucker Samuel Kaluvuri, Ph.D Daniel Lalande François Jaouen Aleksei Tsaregorodtsev Clement G.
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We integrated Bomgar in our ITSM platform. Now our help desk engineers can start a remote session straight from a help desk ticket. All the logging and notes of that session are stored in our ITSM…My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: ImaKumo is also the European partner of the US-based software vendors ServiceNow and Bomgar. We do resell Bomgar, but we also implement it and have more than a few dozen projects delivered in our records.
We integrated Bomgar in our ITSM platform. Now our help desk engineers can start a remote session straight from a help desk ticket. All the logging and notes of that session are stored in our ITSM platform. They can help more employees faster without spending time copying, pasting, and administering help desk calls.
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John Barrows : Basho Sales Methodology
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MJHoffman & Associated : Corporate Sales Training
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Sandler : High-Tech Sales Bootcamp
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