Dutch national by birth living in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands.
Currently active as CEO of Mahler Fund Management B.V., Dutch Emerging Markets & Technology, focused on thematic investments such as Food Security (IEFP India) and Data Centre Infrastructure (DCI Asia). Previously active as CEO of the 4th largest Dutch pension fund managing 41 bn. AUM (now APG Group managing 580 bn.).
Former Chairman of Red Ribbon Capital Partners (Modulex & Ecohotels), Executive Board member of Eureko Group responsible for Technology, Real Estate & Cost Control. Former Chairman of the Netherland India Chamber of Commerce & Trade (NICCT). Active as Independend Board member and as advisor in investment committees & Technology. Part-time University Lecturer in M&A, Family Business, Accounting & Risk Management. Finally, also serving as Global President of GIO Intl. with passion for Diaspora Advocacy, active since 2003 in Diaspora Advocacy.