THE FACES BEHIND ATELIER CONTENT
Atelier Content is named after its founder, Nele Content. She differentiates herself by a radical focus on elegance and comfort, with no compromises. But of course she is not alone. Atelier Content is what it is thanks to the endlessly passionate work of our Belgian and Italian team members. They all make their own unique contribution to the allure of our shoes and handbags and our brand.
NELE
Founder l Creative Director
She is driven by freedom. She wants to do her own thing, and wants the same freedom for everyone else. Atelier Content allows her and her husband (pictured right) to build their lives around their work, and also to make time to play with their children.
DAGERAAD
Co-Founder l Managing Director
Efficiency and automation are his thing. To get started he needs coffee, but once he’s in the groove he’s hard to prise away from his screen and his work. After working hours, he plays board games or with his children’s Lego :)
LIEN
Art Director
She is the ray of sunshine in the office. She sculpts and crafts images and words, making everything more beautiful in the process. She loves good food and likes to collect plenty of shoes and friends around her.
CARINE
Management Assistant
She processes mountains of administration with the greatest pleasure. She cares for us like a beloved mother. At 10 o’clock she sings along quietly to Prince without losing concentration. She brings order into our team (and chocolate!).
STEFANIE
Sales Manager
She enjoys going on the road in her search for the most beautiful shoe shops and boutiques for the Atelier Content collections. After travelling and lugging all those shoes around, she relaxes and winds down with yoga and elaborate brunches with family and friends.
ALEXANDRA
Creative Assistant | Content Creator
She is the early bird of the office. Snipping, editing, and piecing together beautiful videos that capture the heart of Atelier Content. She loves painting, and enjoys long bike rides. Everywhere she goes, she gathers inspiration.
Every pair of Atelier Content shoes passes through the skilled hands of our colleagues in the workshops in Italy. They breathe life into Nele’s designs and finish every shoe right down to the finest details.
Meet a few members of our team in Italy.
ALICE
Sampling and quality Control Manager
She keeps sample production on track with precision and care. Her keen eye for detail guarantees the top-quality craftsmanship of our shoes. Every challenge that comes her way she handles with expertise.
CLAUDIA
Customer Support | Back Office
She manages communication and administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations and great customer service. She handles inquiries, resolves issues, processes orders and invoices, manages accounts, and coordinates between departments.
FABIO
Managing Director
He is responsible for the success and the direction of the company. He guides and motivates the entire team and is the face of the company to all stakeholders.
MICHELE
Prototype Development
He is responsible for developing footwear prototypes from design sketches, collaborating closely with pattern makers, suppliers, and technical teams. His role is to transform creative ideas into physical samples.
RENZO
Upper Cutting Technician
Renzo is the paterfamilias and has more than 50 years’ experience. He likes to use his knowledge of all parts of the production process to help out in every department when needed.
ANTONELLA
Upper Stitcher
For more than 30 years, Antonella has been in charge of stitching all the prototypes and she organises the stitching for the whole production process.
AGOSTINO
Heel Construction Technician
He attaches or replaces heels, ensuring perfect alignment for balance, comfort, and durability. With a skilled use of tools like hammers, grinders, and adhesives, his craftsmanship guarantees every pair is built to last.
DONATELLA
Shoe finishing | Packaging Operator
During her 30-year career, she has built up an extensive knowledge of all aspects of the production process and is responsible for the final quality control before the shoe is packaged and leaves the workshop.
ROSSANO
Outsoles Technician | Press operator
With precision, he positions the outsole to match the shoe’s design, then secures it using manual pressure followed by a mechanical press. With the help of a specialized oven, he checks that the adhesive has properly set—guaranteeing a flawless and durable finish.
GESSICA
Upper Ironing
She is responsible for the finishing touches on every shoe: carefully ironing out creases in the uppers, brushing and cleaning each pair, and nourishing the leather with creams when needed.
MARCO
Warehouse Worker
He’s the go-to person for all storage needs, from receiving and unloading deliveries to picking, packing, and preparing orders for shipment. He works closely with the entire team and ensures smooth coordination with suppliers and contractors.
