Bastiaan van der Knaap

Bastiaan van der Knaap is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in investment and economic development. Currently serving as the Managing Director of Rotterdam Port Fund since November 2016, Bastiaan is instrumental in supporting innovative companies within North Western Europe’s harbour industry. In addition, Bastiaan is a Partner at Realconomy, focusing on urban development, and holds pivotal roles such as Chairman of the Supervisory Board at FDI and Founding member of Social Impact Fonds Rotterdam. Other significant positions include advisory and board roles in organizations like Mama Taxi and VSL National Metrology Institute, reflecting a strong commitment to economic growth and social impact. Bastiaan van der Knaap's educational background includes training at IMD.