Luc Ardies

Luc Ardies is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management and public affairs. Since February 2002, Luc has served as the General Director of UNIZO Winkelraad, overseeing general management, lobbying, public affairs, press communication, and project management. In addition, Luc has been the Delegated Administrator at Buurtsuper.be since May 2000, representing UNIZO for the food retail sector. As President of PMO for retail since March 1996, Luc has focused on the development and monitoring of long-term strategies for this specialized training and consulting agency. Previously, Luc held the role of Director at Mode Unie from January 1996 to January 2016, serving the fashion retail sector within UNIZO. Early career experience includes work as an Account Manager at D&D Communications from April 1987 to January 1989. Luc holds a Licentiaat in Political and Social Sciences from the University of Antwerp and a Special Licentiate in Audiovisual Communication Media from KU Leuven.