Thomas Dewever

Thomas Dewever has a diverse work experience in the investment and private equity industry. Thomas is currently the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Smile Invest, an independent European investment firm. Additionally, they hold the position of Member of the Investment Committee at Kampani. Thomas has also served as a Non-Executive Director at BVA | Belgian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association, Groupe ACCEO, Contraload, Hansea, Itineris, and Walkro. Moreover, they have worked as a Partner at Gimv and as a Board Member at Lampiris. Their roles have involved strategic decision-making, investment management, and providing guidance to various companies in different sectors.

Thomas Dewever completed their education with a focus on business and engineering. In 1999, they attended KU Leuven and obtained a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, which they completed in 2004. During their time at KU Leuven, Thomas also studied at Technische Universität Graz from 2002 to 2003, where they pursued another Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

After their studies in engineering, Thomas enrolled in HEC Paris in 2004 and completed a Master of Science in Strategic Management in 2005. Following this, Thomas pursued executive education at Harvard Business School, obtaining a degree in Executive Education in 2012. Thomas continued their education at Harvard Business School until 2015, focusing on "Leading with Impact" but without a specified field of study.

Overall, Thomas Dewever has a well-rounded education background encompassing both engineering and business disciplines.