Oleg Zaiezdnyi
Engineering, Tallinn (He/Him)
“Healthy and happy people are able to be more productive, drive better outcomes, and enjoy work more.”
For Oleg, mental health is the foundation of everything—from creativity to productivity to how we show up for others. Originally from Ukraine, he discovered mindfulness during his first summer working in Estonia, a time when he was in a new role, exploring his new surroundings, and trying to stay grounded.
Sybren Oerlemans
Law Enforcement Liaison Officer, Brussels (He/Him)
“Mental health can be a real struggle, but it's something one should not struggle with alone.”
After years of therapy, self-reflection, and growth, Syb knows firsthand how important support can be—and how hard it can be to find. Becoming a Mental Wellbeing Champion felt like a natural step in turning personal experience into meaningful impact.
Shahirah Gulam
People Operations Specialist, Kuala Lumpur (She/Her)
“Mental health isn’t a destination—it’s a process.”
Shahirah describes herself as a friendly first stop: someone you can talk to when you’re not sure where to turn. Her motivation to become a champion comes from deeply personal experience, having once faced mental health challenges with little support.
Victoria Kaasik
Customer Support Specialist, Tallinn (She/Her)
“If you’re not changing something, you’re choosing to accept it.”
Vici brings candid honesty and lived experience to their role as a Mental Wellbeing Champion. Having navigated everything from depression and ADHD to culture shock and identity struggles, she knows what it’s like to face change—and how hard it can be to ask for help.
Valarie Kusse
Banking Operations Programme Manager, Austin (She/Her)
“When we support each other, we unlock our full potential.”
For Val, stepping into the Mental Wellbeing Champion role felt like a natural extension of her own journey. After navigating personal mental health challenges, she became passionate about promoting open conversations and creating space for others to feel safe, valued, and heard.
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Early careersContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/27/2026
Summary
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
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Summary
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/28/2026
Summary
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/18/2026
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Our workContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/18/2026
Summary
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/13/2026
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/28/2026
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People profileContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/22/2026
Summary
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