Hi there!

I’m Gino Peremans, and I help men tap into their inner Gentle Giant.

I created Gentle Giants to serve as a symbol of strength and vulnerability, and to inspire men to transform negative masculinity by embracing qualities such as vulnerability, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Through mindfulness, self-reflection, and connection with other men—and deeper connections with all—, men can cultivate a healthy masculinity that is based on compassion and understanding, rather than aggression and control. Gentle Giants serve as a reminder of the importance of creating meaningful and fulfilling relationships that enrich our own lives and the lives of those around us.

I have been an Executive Coach, empowering male leaders in their professional development, for over a decade. 

Through my own inner work, I have now transformed myself into a Healthy Masculinity Guide, a Transformational Consultant, and Corporate Ritual Facilitator.

As a bit of background, I come from a blue-collar family in Belgium and grew up in a world that valued hard work and self-reliance. I was told that ‘big boys don’t cry’ and that ‘we don’t talk about emotions’, and so I didn’t do much of either. As a child, I learned that I had to please others to get my fair share of love and attention. I was taught the importance of helping others and making a positive impact on those around me–but I was never taught to love myself..

In 2017, I realized that my focus on others had caused me to lose touch with my own needs and emotions, leading to destructive behavior and a sense of disconnection from myself. My childhood wounds had dug a black hole in me, and I was constantly seeking outside love and attention as if it were fresh air. My relationships with others were unhealthy, especially with women, and filled with secrets and deceit. My toxic masculinity was manipulating others and myself, and I knew this had to stop. 

With the support of loved ones, I began the process of self-discovery and found my way back to living a healthy and fulfilling life. I realized that only I was responsible for my well-being.

Today, I use my experiences to help male leaders in their own personal and professional growth. I work with individuals in my private practice and with executive teams and boards to guide organizations through transformations, focusing on the well-being and motivation of the people involved. It is my mission to help male leaders have a positive impact on their environments, and I would love to work with you to achieve your goals.