Benoit Nieuwenhuys

Benoit Nieuwenhuys is an accomplished entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in various industries. As the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Fordaq since April 2000, Benoit has led the company in providing technology solutions for the forest industry, notably through its largest online B2B platform for the wood industry. Additionally, Benoit founded Geuther Baby Products_Global in March 2008, serving as Executive Chairman, where the company produces high-quality juvenile furniture. Benoit also co-founded AdsWizz, a leader in audio stream advertising technology, which was acquired by Pandora Media Inc. for $145 million in 2018. Other notable roles include founding Anais Software Development and serving as a board member and investor, along with previous leadership positions at Bambino World Handels GmbH, Indowoods, ING, and UCB Pharma. Benoit holds an educational background from KU Leuven.