Our Team

  • Femmie Geradts

    Statutory director

    Proven record at corporates & as an entrepreneur, she knows how to build a community of startups and partners.

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  • Daniëlle Pakes

    Sr. Community, Program
    & Partnerships Manager

    Any questions about our community, partnerships, The Nursery Program, support or events:
    Danielle is here for you.

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  • Marc Bakker

    Operations & Facilities Manager

    Proven experience as a facility manager at both profit and non-profit organizations

  • Emmanuel Adedeji

    Jr. Marketing & Events Manager

    Business enthusiast passionate about startups, storytelling, and building thriving communities.

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Board of Advisors

  • Roeland Reinders

    A connector unblocked, redefining what’s possible to start and grow companies; unblocking them by connecting them with the right insights and the right people.

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  • Bastiaan van de Rakt

    20+ year experience in building tech solutions with a special focus on Machine Learning and AI in tech, finance, retail, energy, and healthcare.

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  • Peter Krijnsen

    A seasoned board member and mentor who focuses on developing sustainable business models and optimizing team effectiveness and investor readiness.

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  • Jorn Eiting van Liempt

    A Business Developer by nature with 20+ years of start- and scale-up experience. Operating in both B2B and B2C markets with Food & Tech products.

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