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Speaking Topics:
Building High-Performance Teams in Startups Without Losing the Human Core
In this keynote, Thijmen shares what he learned from building teams in five-star hospitality, global corporates, and venture-backed startups. He breaks down why mindset beats CV, why structure protects culture, and why early people decisions determine long-term outcomes.
From Operator to Venture Builder: Why Europe Needs System Thinkers, Not Just Capital
Drawing from his journey from hospitality operator to venture builder, Thijmen explores why Europe’s next generation of startups needs more than funding. They need systems. They need structure. They need people who know how to build.
Previous speaking engagements:
ESG Event with Borealis Consulting, Budapest - HUN
Labour market 101, University of Budapest BGE - HUN
LinkedIn Marketing, University of Budapest BGE - HUN
Career Fair, University of Budapest BGE - HUN
Energy and Talent, University of Miskolc - HUN