<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/pect-podcast/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[P.E.C.T Podcast]]></title><podcast:guid>0fa21d17-c3f5-5fcb-b008-fc938a9e4155</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:25:46 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 Cortina]]></copyright><managingEditor>Cortina</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to the PECT Podcast – Cortina’s own podcast series, where we explore how Passion, Excellence, Commitment and Team Spirit shape the way we work.

This year, we’re giving Excellence a little extra love. Over seven episodes, we sit down with experts and Cortinians to unpack what Excellence truly looks like. From expert perspectives on physical and mental strength to internal success stories – what can we learn from those who push the limits every single day?

Transform your morning drive, workout, and coffee break into a moment of growth by listening to the PECT podcast. Capture practical insights, supercharge your motivation, and discover stories that stick with you. We bring these Excellent insights directly to you, wherever you are.
Ready to be inspired? Tune in and discover how Excellence lives within Cortina.

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Welkom bij de PECT Podcast – Cortina’s eigen podcastreeks, waarin we laten zien hoe Passion, Excellence, Commitment en Team Spirit ons dagelijks werk vormgeven.

Dit jaar staat Excellence centraal.  Doorheen zeven afleveringen ontdekken we met experts en Cortinians wat uitmuntendheid echt betekent. Van inzichten van experts over fysieke en mentale kracht tot succesverhalen van onze collega’s – wat kunnen we leren van mensen die elke dag hun grenzen verleggen?

Deze afleveringen vormen het ideale gezelschap tijdens je ochtendrit, workout of koffiepauze. Verzamel praktische tips, geef je motivatie een boost en beleef onvergetelijke verhalen op elk moment van de dag. 
Klaar om geïnspireerd te worden? Luister mee en ontdek hoe Excellentie leeft binnen Cortina.
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This year, we’re giving Excellence a little extra love. Over seven episodes, we sit down with experts and Cortinians to unpack what Excellence truly looks like. From expert perspectives on physical and mental strength to internal success stories – what can we learn from those who push the limits every single day?

Transform your morning drive, workout, and coffee break into a moment of growth by listening to the PECT podcast. Capture practical insights, supercharge your motivation, and discover stories that stick with you. We bring these Excellent insights directly to you, wherever you are.
Ready to be inspired? Tune in and discover how Excellence lives within Cortina.

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Welkom bij de PECT Podcast – Cortina’s eigen podcastreeks, waarin we laten zien hoe Passion, Excellence, Commitment en Team Spirit ons dagelijks werk vormgeven.

Dit jaar staat Excellence centraal.  Doorheen zeven afleveringen ontdekken we met experts en Cortinians wat uitmuntendheid echt betekent. Van inzichten van experts over fysieke en mentale kracht tot succesverhalen van onze collega’s – wat kunnen we leren van mensen die elke dag hun grenzen verleggen?

Deze afleveringen vormen het ideale gezelschap tijdens je ochtendrit, workout of koffiepauze. Verzamel praktische tips, geef je motivatie een boost en beleef onvergetelijke verhalen op elk moment van de dag. 
Klaar om geïnspireerd te worden? Luister mee en ontdek hoe Excellentie leeft binnen Cortina.
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In this episode, host Raphaëlle Vanderschueren (Talent Acquisition Intern at L’Oréal) sits down with Jip Maathuis (General Director of Patrick) to talk about ambition: where it comes from, how it evolves, and how it can drive Excellence.</p><p>It all started at just nine years old, when Jip began selling chocolate letters for charity – an initiative that eventually grew to 300,000 chocolate letters sold. Today, that same drive fuels his ambition for Patrick, a strong teamwear brand. ⚽</p><p>Tune in to discover how ambition drives self-development, brings teams together and helps us strive for Excellence every day.</p><p>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</p><p>📧 We want to hear it! Get in touch at <u><a href="mailto:PECT@cortina.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PECT@cortina.be</a></u>.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How do you spark ambition in yourself and the people around you? In this episode, host Raphaëlle Vanderschueren (Talent Acquisition Intern at L’Oréal) sits down with Jip Maathuis (General Director of Patrick) to talk about ambition: where it comes from, how it evolves, and how it can drive Excellence.</p><p>It all started at just nine years old, when Jip began selling chocolate letters for charity – an initiative that eventually grew to 300,000 chocolate letters sold. Today, that same drive fuels his ambition for Patrick, a strong teamwear brand. ⚽</p><p>Tune in to discover how ambition drives self-development, brings teams together and helps us strive for Excellence every day.</p><p>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</p><p>📧 We want to hear it! Get in touch at <u><a href="mailto:PECT@cortina.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PECT@cortina.be</a></u>.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://pect-podcast.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8394b32a-8352-4899-b4aa-1e776b79b6a2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b47bc529-ec22-4103-ad2f-58f74bcbf0da/PODCASTCOVERS-3000x3000-512-Kb-2.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8394b32a-8352-4899-b4aa-1e776b79b6a2.mp3" length="37515897" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode></item><item><title>Episode 3 - Volg je buikgevoel: hoe ontwikkel je excellente eetgewoonten met Eline Vanlerberghe (NL)</title><itunes:title>Episode 3 - Volg je buikgevoel: hoe ontwikkel je excellente eetgewoonten met Eline Vanlerberghe (NL)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Wat als je de regels over ‘gezond’ en ‘ongezond’ eten loslaat en weer leert eten op het ritme van je hongergevoel? In onze derde aflevering gaat host <strong>Tom Gybels</strong> (General Director Safety Jogger Works) in gesprek met <strong>diëtiste en coach Eline Vanlerberghe</strong>.</p><p>Samen doorbreken ze de vicieuze cirkel van het jojo-diëten. Eline deelt hoe je met <strong>intuïtief eten</strong> je focus en energie naar een excellent niveau tilt, zonder jezelf alles te ontzeggen<strong>. Benieuwd naar hoe je jouw buikgevoel weer de baas wordt tijdens drukke dagen? 🍽️</strong></p><p>Luister nu en ontdek hoe kleine veranderingen leiden tot gezondere eetgewoontes.</p><p>🔗 Ontdek Eline’s visie op <a href="http://www.dietiste-eline.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.dietiste-eline.be</a></p><p><strong>Heb jij zelf een Excellent verhaal? </strong></p><p><strong> 📧 </strong>Wij horen het graag! Neem contact met ons op en stuur een e-mail naar <a href="mailto:PECT@cortina.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PECT@cortina.be</a>.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wat als je de regels over ‘gezond’ en ‘ongezond’ eten loslaat en weer leert eten op het ritme van je hongergevoel? In onze derde aflevering gaat host <strong>Tom Gybels</strong> (General Director Safety Jogger Works) in gesprek met <strong>diëtiste en coach Eline Vanlerberghe</strong>.</p><p>Samen doorbreken ze de vicieuze cirkel van het jojo-diëten. Eline deelt hoe je met <strong>intuïtief eten</strong> je focus en energie naar een excellent niveau tilt, zonder jezelf alles te ontzeggen<strong>. Benieuwd naar hoe je jouw buikgevoel weer de baas wordt tijdens drukke dagen? 🍽️</strong></p><p>Luister nu en ontdek hoe kleine veranderingen leiden tot gezondere eetgewoontes.</p><p>🔗 Ontdek Eline’s visie op <a href="http://www.dietiste-eline.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.dietiste-eline.be</a></p><p><strong>Heb jij zelf een Excellent verhaal? </strong></p><p><strong> 📧 </strong>Wij horen het graag! Neem contact met ons op en stuur een e-mail naar <a href="mailto:PECT@cortina.be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PECT@cortina.be</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://pect-podcast.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">894799c5-0dd6-42d7-8e96-e005ddd08b83</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b47bc529-ec22-4103-ad2f-58f74bcbf0da/PODCASTCOVERS-3000x3000-512-Kb-2.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/894799c5-0dd6-42d7-8e96-e005ddd08b83.mp3" length="64775375" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode></item><item><title>Episode 2 – Excellence across borders with Max Van Hooland and Weiyun Jin (EN)</title><itunes:title>Episode 2 – Excellence across borders with Max Van Hooland and Weiyun Jin (EN)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when you trade your familiar surroundings for a life across the globe? 🌍 </p><p>In this episode, Max Van Hooland (Assistant Commercial Director, Safety Jogger Works) and Weiyun Jin (Digital Marketplace Manager, Leomil) join host Davy Van Den Broeck (Collection Manager, Cortina Private Label) to recount their unique journeys between Belgium and China.</p><p>Together, they reflect on how moving across borders reshapes both your personal and professional identity. From embracing new languages and local flavours to understanding emerging markets, they discuss how international life is a total enrichment.</p><p>Tune in to discover why adaptability and an open mindset are the true drivers of Excellence and learn how crossing borders fuels the powerful global perspective that defines our culture at Cortina.</p><p><strong>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</strong></p><p>📧We want to hear it! Get in touch and email us at PECT@cortina.be</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when you trade your familiar surroundings for a life across the globe? 🌍 </p><p>In this episode, Max Van Hooland (Assistant Commercial Director, Safety Jogger Works) and Weiyun Jin (Digital Marketplace Manager, Leomil) join host Davy Van Den Broeck (Collection Manager, Cortina Private Label) to recount their unique journeys between Belgium and China.</p><p>Together, they reflect on how moving across borders reshapes both your personal and professional identity. From embracing new languages and local flavours to understanding emerging markets, they discuss how international life is a total enrichment.</p><p>Tune in to discover why adaptability and an open mindset are the true drivers of Excellence and learn how crossing borders fuels the powerful global perspective that defines our culture at Cortina.</p><p><strong>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</strong></p><p>📧We want to hear it! Get in touch and email us at PECT@cortina.be</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://pect-podcast.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0e226c87-fac3-410c-af56-cf8038dde31f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b47bc529-ec22-4103-ad2f-58f74bcbf0da/PODCASTCOVERS-3000x3000-512-Kb-2.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0e226c87-fac3-410c-af56-cf8038dde31f.mp3" length="59781455" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode></item><item><title>Episode 1 – Excellence: Winning under pressure with Marc Lammers (EN)</title><itunes:title>Episode 1 – Excellence: Winning under pressure with Marc Lammers (EN)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this debut episode, we sit down with a man who has mastered the art of winning under pressure: <strong>Marc Lammers</strong>. From coaching the Dutch Women’s Hockey team to Olympic Gold in Beijing to becoming a renowned motivational speaker, <strong>Marc’s journey is a masterclass in Excellence. 🏅</strong></p><p><strong>But how did he get there?</strong></p><p>Join hosts <strong>Kim Braeckman</strong> (Strategic Advisor) and <strong>Mattias Vanderschueren</strong> (CEO) as they dive into Marc’s journey from his early school days to becoming a leadership icon. Discover how elite hockey insights translate directly to the business world, offering a blueprint for Excellence built on vulnerability, data and a "no excuses" mindset. 💪</p><p>Listen now to elevate your daily work and discover what it truly takes to win under pressure.</p><p><strong>Visit the website below to find out more about Marc Lammer’s motivational techniques </strong></p><p>🔗<a href="https://www.marclammers.nl/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Marc Lammers - Officiële website</a></p><p><strong>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</strong></p><p>📧We want to hear it! Get in touch and email us at <strong>PECT@cortina.be.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this debut episode, we sit down with a man who has mastered the art of winning under pressure: <strong>Marc Lammers</strong>. From coaching the Dutch Women’s Hockey team to Olympic Gold in Beijing to becoming a renowned motivational speaker, <strong>Marc’s journey is a masterclass in Excellence. 🏅</strong></p><p><strong>But how did he get there?</strong></p><p>Join hosts <strong>Kim Braeckman</strong> (Strategic Advisor) and <strong>Mattias Vanderschueren</strong> (CEO) as they dive into Marc’s journey from his early school days to becoming a leadership icon. Discover how elite hockey insights translate directly to the business world, offering a blueprint for Excellence built on vulnerability, data and a "no excuses" mindset. 💪</p><p>Listen now to elevate your daily work and discover what it truly takes to win under pressure.</p><p><strong>Visit the website below to find out more about Marc Lammer’s motivational techniques </strong></p><p>🔗<a href="https://www.marclammers.nl/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Marc Lammers - Officiële website</a></p><p><strong>Do you have an Excellent story of your own?</strong></p><p>📧We want to hear it! 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Listen to this teaser and get a first taste of what’s coming.</p><p>💬 <strong>Want to get involved?</strong></p><p>Whether you’d like to join as a host, be a guest, or share your own fun shoe story, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out via <strong>📩 PECT@cortina.be</strong>.</p><p><strong>Talk soon! 👋</strong></p><p><strong>-----</strong></p><p>In 2026 zetten we één waarde extra in de kijker bij Cortina: <strong>Excellence</strong>.</p><p>Binnen onze PECT-waarden – <strong><em>P</em></strong><em>assion, </em><strong><em>E</em></strong><em>xcellence, </em><strong><em>C</em></strong><em>ommitment &amp; </em><strong><em>T</em></strong><em>eam Spirit</em> – gaan we op zoek naar wat Excellence betekent voor ons als bedrijf, als teams en als individuen.</p><p>In <strong>zeven afleveringen</strong> brengen we deze waarde tot leven. Dat doen we door in gesprek te gaan met experts en Cortinians over inspirerende momenten, gedeelde successen en krachtige verhalen die tonen hoe Excellence er in de praktijk uitziet.</p><p><strong>Nieuwsgierig?</strong></p><p>Luister naar deze teaser en ontdek alvast een eerste glimp van wat er komt. </p><p>💬 <strong>Zelf meedoen?</strong></p><p>Wil je aansluiten als host, als gast, of heb je een leuke schoenanekdote om te delen? Laat het ons weten via <strong>📩 PECT@cortina.be</strong>.</p><p><strong>Tot snel! 👋</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In 2026, we’re placing one value in the spotlight at Cortina: <strong>Excellence</strong>.</p><p>As part of our PECT values – <strong><em>P</em></strong><em>assion, </em><strong><em>E</em></strong><em>xcellence, </em><strong><em>C</em></strong><em>ommitment &amp; </em><strong><em>T</em></strong><em>eam Spirit</em> – we’re exploring what Excellence truly means for us as a company, as teams, and as individuals.</p><p>Over <strong>seven episodes</strong>, we’ll bring this value to life by talking to experts or Cortinians about inspiring moments, shared successes, and bold stories that highlight what Excellence looks like in practice.</p><p>Curious? Listen to this teaser and get a first taste of what’s coming.</p><p>💬 <strong>Want to get involved?</strong></p><p>Whether you’d like to join as a host, be a guest, or share your own fun shoe story, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out via <strong>📩 PECT@cortina.be</strong>.</p><p><strong>Talk soon! 👋</strong></p><p><strong>-----</strong></p><p>In 2026 zetten we één waarde extra in de kijker bij Cortina: <strong>Excellence</strong>.</p><p>Binnen onze PECT-waarden – <strong><em>P</em></strong><em>assion, </em><strong><em>E</em></strong><em>xcellence, </em><strong><em>C</em></strong><em>ommitment &amp; </em><strong><em>T</em></strong><em>eam Spirit</em> – gaan we op zoek naar wat Excellence betekent voor ons als bedrijf, als teams en als individuen.</p><p>In <strong>zeven afleveringen</strong> brengen we deze waarde tot leven. Dat doen we door in gesprek te gaan met experts en Cortinians over inspirerende momenten, gedeelde successen en krachtige verhalen die tonen hoe Excellence er in de praktijk uitziet.</p><p><strong>Nieuwsgierig?</strong></p><p>Luister naar deze teaser en ontdek alvast een eerste glimp van wat er komt. </p><p>💬 <strong>Zelf meedoen?</strong></p><p>Wil je aansluiten als host, als gast, of heb je een leuke schoenanekdote om te delen? Laat het ons weten via <strong>📩 PECT@cortina.be</strong>.</p><p><strong>Tot snel! 👋</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://pect-podcast.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1e895cb0-11cf-4c50-ac2b-a281734157e3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b47bc529-ec22-4103-ad2f-58f74bcbf0da/PODCASTCOVERS-3000x3000-512-Kb-2.png"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1e895cb0-11cf-4c50-ac2b-a281734157e3.mp3" length="3116252" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>