Tess Danis

Tess Danis has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Tess currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer for SMARTKAS, a company focused on using innovative solutions to solve world hunger. Prior to this role, they were the Chief Operating Officer at SMARTKAS, where they managed the design, construction, and operation of smart farms around the world. Before joining SMARTKAS, Tess worked as the Managing Director at MGROUP BV, a tech-specialized company that assists clients in optimizing structures and reducing expenses. Tess also has experience in the banking industry, having worked in the Afdeling Hypotheken department at de Volksbank. In addition, Tess has entrepreneurial experience as the Founder and CEO of Potharst Consultancy. Tess began their career as an International Marketing intern at CloudSuite B.V. and also worked as an Editorial intern at Moving Adventures Medien GmbH. Tess has demonstrated leadership skills as the Chair of the Activity Committee at Studievereniging KIC, where they organized various activities and managed a team.

Tess Danis began their education at Dr. Nassau College Quintus in 2006, where they pursued a VWO degree in Economie en Maatschappij/Cultuur en Maatschappij. Tess graduated from this institution in 2012. In 2012, Tess moved on to Hanzehogeschool Groningen / Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen, where they completed a Bachelor of Science degree in International Communication. Their studies at Hanzehogeschool Groningen lasted until 2016. In 2014, Tess participated in the Erasmus+ Exchange Program and attended Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg. During this program, they focused on Communication and English and American studies. This exchange lasted for one year, until 2015.