Bart Swaelens

Bart Swaelens is an accomplished investment manager and entrepreneur with extensive experience in technology transfer, venture development, and corporate management. Currently serving as an Investment Manager at VITO since December 2013, Bart guides VITO spin-offs and manages the Clean Vision Invest fund. Previously held positions include Head of Tech Transfer and Venture Development at VITO and General Manager of Materialise Dental. Bart co-founded ArtiQ and served on the board of several organizations, including QAELUM and Activ84Health. With a robust background in engineering and management, Bart Swaelens has contributed significantly to the growth of multiple companies and networks in the medical technology field. Bart holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from KU Leuven and completed executive education programs at Guberna and Vlerick Business School.