Mariëlle Sleumer

Mariëlle Sleumer is an experienced investment manager and business developer at Brainport Development since November 2016, specializing in providing strategic business advice to startups and guiding them through early-stage financing. In addition to this role, Mariëlle serves as a business coach for Qredits Microfinanciering Nederland, offering pro bono support to emerging entrepreneurs across various aspects of business. Mariëlle contributed to the establishment of the startup community in Meierijstad as a business coach from 2015 to 2019, collaborating with local government and businesses to build a supportive network. Previous experience includes working as a business consultant at Motivity BV, founding and directing an e-commerce company, and co-founding an international trading company. Mariëlle holds a degree in commercial economics from Fontys University of Applied Sciences and has completed additional studies at the Alba Academie and Schoevers College.