CEO Ngrave
Ruben MErre
Ruben Merre is the visionary CEO and co-founder of NGRAVE, creators of “ZERO,” the world’s most secure hardware wallet for crypto storage. A serial tech entrepreneur specializing in digital asset security and financial empowerment, Ruben has been recognized among Belgium’s 40 under 40 (2021) and as a finalist for several prestigious innovation awards.
Previously, he founded Belgium’s first automated investment platform, successfully scaling it internationally with his fluency in six languages. Ruben also led a major international financial institution’s initiative to build a large-scale algorithmic trading platform from scratch.
He holds an M.Sc. in Business Engineering, multiple postgraduate degrees, and certifications as a PMP and LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, and completed Oxford University’s Blockchain Strategy Program.
Bedrijf
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Ruben Merre is the visionary CEO and co-founder of NGRAVE, creators of “ZERO,” the world’s most secure hardware wallet for crypto storage. A serial tech entrepreneur specializing in digital asset security and financial empowerment, Ruben has been recognized among Belgium’s 40 under 40 (2021) and as a finalist for several prestigious innovation awards.
Previously, he founded Belgium’s first automated investment platform, successfully scaling it internationally with his fluency in six languages. Ruben also led a major international financial institution’s initiative to build a large-scale algorithmic trading platform from scratch.
He holds an M.Sc. in Business Engineering, multiple postgraduate degrees, and certifications as a PMP and LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, and completed Oxford University’s Blockchain Strategy Program.
CEO WeRate & Digital Currency Academy
Brecht van craen
Brecht’s motto as a business psychologist is “there is no box.” He graduated summa cum laude with a Master’s Degree in Digital Currencies from the University of Nicosia and firmly believes in the revolutionary nature of crypto. As the CEO of Digital Currency Academy, Brecht teaches politicians, journalists, entrepreneurs, and investors about the ‘why’ and long-term vision of digital currencies. He is also the bestselling author of Investeren in Crypto, a book that has helped countless readers understand the potential of cryptocurrency investment.
In addition to his degree in Digital Currencies, Brecht Van Craen also holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Psychology from the University of Ghent. Thanks to his passion for both psychology and entrepreneurship, he has become a true all-rounder in the Belgian landscape in the fields of Digital Innovation and Web3 over the past few years.
Brecht has recently launched the Flemish crypto podcast Crypto Vandaag in collaboration with DCA! In addition to these activities, Brecht also frequently acts as an ambassador for companies such as NGRAVE, Delta, Venly, and others.
With his Web3 start-up WeRate he offers a blockchain based solution for the review industry! The market is huge, with 97% of consumers using reviews and Foursquare reaching 120 billion check-ins. WeRate solves the real existing problems of fake and biased reviews, lack of AI powered personalized search engines and the absence of social recommendations.
Founder Tropos AR
Sven Van De Perre
Sven Van de Perre is the founder of Tropos AR, a platform specializing in AR SaaS solutions. With a passion for blending innovation and creativity, Sven has dedicated his career to creating immersive AR experiences that enhance how we interact with the digital world. Under his leadership, Tropos AR develops cutting-edge solutions for various sectors, from education and entertainment to business and healthcare. Sven’s expertise and forward-thinking approach have established him as a key figure in the AR innovation, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible with this transformative technology.
As the driving force behind Tropos AR, Sven is leading the way in the rapidly growing field of augmented reality. This emerging medium is ushering in a new era—one where the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds are increasingly blurred, gamification becomes universally relevant, and new challenges and risks emerge.
Founder AI-Fotograaf - Partner DCA
Maarten De Block
Maarten has many passions and interests, all tied together by one common thread: knowledge sharing. He enjoys diving deep into a subject and trying to learn as much as possible about it. He is always eager to share that knowledge with anyone who is willing to listen. At Digital Currency Academy, Maarten helps people discover the fascinating world of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in a safe way.
Additionally, as a serial entrepreneur, he runs multiple ventures, including Livalos, Digital Currency Academy, and AI-Fotograaf. He has also invented an AI solution for individuals and businesses.
AI-engineer - Partner DCA
Adriaan van Erps
Adriaan Van Erps is a passionate AI engineer with a deep interest in cryptocurrency. He combines his expertise in artificial intelligence with blockchain technology to chart technological progress. As an expert at the intersection of AI and Web3, he frequently delivers keynotes on the impact and future of decentralized technology and DeFi.
He inspires others in the tech community and shares his vision on how Web3 and AI can work together to make the world smarter and fairer.
Founder Inheriti
Jurgen Schouppe
Jürgen Schouppe is a versatile professional with an impressive background in the world of digital technology and fintech. He works as a consultant for the European Parliament, specializing as a Network Access Architect. Additionally, he is the creator and inventor of inheriti.com, where he holds both the CEO and CTO roles. He is also the CTO of Magma and XAU.
Jürgen and his team develop innovative solutions for the management of digital assets. These solutions include wallets, masternode solutions, pooling services, and digital inheritance systems. Within these technologies, control mechanisms are integrated, providing owners full control over their assets while also protecting them against threats.
One of his most groundbreaking innovations is the Shared Distribution (SD) Protocol. With this technology, digital assets can be encrypted and distributed between different stakeholders or family members.
CKO Cranium
Bavo van den Heuvel
Bavo van den Heuvel is the Chief Knowledge Officer (CKO) at Cranium, where he is responsible for driving the company’s knowledge management strategy and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. With a strong background in technology and business, Bavo plays a key role in ensuring that Cranium stays at the forefront of industry trends and delivers cutting-edge solutions to its clients. His expertise in knowledge sharing, strategic thinking, and team collaboration enables Cranium to leverage its collective expertise, ultimately helping businesses achieve their goals in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Passionate about empowering teams and organizations, Bavo is dedicated to creating an environment where knowledge is harnessed to drive growth and transformation.
Advocate Chainlink
Keanu Neuville
Keanu has been passionately active in the blockchain world for over seven years. As the Chainlink Community Advocate Lead in the Benelux, he plays a crucial role in promoting the possibilities of smart contracts and DeFi systems. Since 2018, he has worked closely with some of the largest Web3 projects and has built strong relationships with leading figures in both the blockchain industry and the traditional finance (TradFi) sector.
Through his YouTube channel “Web3 Investing” and his previous experience as a creative producer for a channel with over a million followers, he shares his knowledge!
As a speaker, he frequently participates in panels and interviews on behalf of Chainlink Labs, where he shares his vision on the adoption of Web3 technology. Keanu is a driving force within the Chainlink Community Advocate team.
Web3 Lead Howest
Shane Deconinck
Shane Deconinck is the Web3 Lead at HOWEST, where he plays a pivotal role in driving the educational initiatives in blockchain, decentralized technologies, and the rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem. With a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the potential of Web3, Shane leads research, development, and educational programs aimed at equipping students and professionals with the skills needed to navigate and contribute to this transformative technology.
At HOWEST, Shane is committed to fostering an environment where students can explore cutting-edge Web3 concepts, such as smart contracts, decentralized finance (DeFi), and NFTs. His role involves bridging the gap between academia and the blockchain industry, ensuring that the next generation of professionals is well-prepared for the future of the decentralized web.
Shane is not only a thought leader in the academic space but also an active advocate for Web3 adoption in various sectors, collaborating with industry leaders and organizations to help shape the future of blockchain technology. Through his work at HOWEST, he continues to inspire and mentor the leaders of tomorrow in the world of Web3.
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