Jules Bernaerts

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Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Entrepreneurial Investor @ ESquare Capital Partners
Breda, NB, NL
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Breda, North Brabant, Netherlands, Netherlands
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About Jules Bernaerts

Entrepreneur, Investor (www.esquarecapital.nl) and Board Advisor (www.teq-cf.nl) & in software, IT and high-tech hardware technology that makes the world safer, smarter and more sustainable. Proud father, cares for nature and the world we live in, health & sports enthusiast and passion for music and DJing.Creative and energetic, curious by nature, continuously learning and developing myself and others around me. Driven to realise the dreams and ambitions of entrepreneurs. Combining my passion for technology and sustainability and my genuine interest in people with my 15+ years of experience in advising, financing and investing in tech entrepreneurs (and their Venture Capital and Private Equity Investors).Passionate about the following technology areas:1) High-Tech hardware (deep tech); Semiconductors & Photonics, Embedded Systems, High-performance (Quantum) computing, Artificial Intelligence (Data Science, Machine Learning & Deep Learning), Robotics & Industrial Automation, Machine Vision, Electronic Manufacturing Services, Subtractive- (Machining) and Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing). Current investments in Smart hardware, IoT and Robotics: Keyless Smart Lock Technology (https://boldsmartlock.com) and Cleaning & Service Robotics for hospitality & Leisure (https://smartservant.nl/).2) Software & ICT Services; B2B Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), application-, infrastructure-, and vertical market software, hosting & managed services, implementation partner networks (Microsoft, Salesforce, Low-Code platforms) and Digital Marketing, MarTech and platforms. Current investments in low-code ERP and Business software development (www.huss.nl), Warehouse Management Solutions (WMS) Software (www.istia.nl) and flexible, on-demand warehouse matching platform (www.stockspots.eu).3) CleanTech; breakthrough (hardware) technologies in clean energy generation (solar, wind, hydrogen), battery and energy storage technology and Connected, Electric, Smart and Autonomous mobility.

Jules Bernaerts's Current Company Details
ESquare Capital Partners

Esquare Capital Partners

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Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Entrepreneurial Investor
Breda, NB, NL
Employees:
9
Jules Bernaerts Work Experience Details
  • Esquare Capital Partners
    Co-Founder, Managing Partner And Entrepreneurial Investor
    Esquare Capital Partners
    Breda, Nb, Nl
  • Esquare Capital Partners
    Co-Founder & Managing Partner
    Esquare Capital Partners Jun 2022 - Present
    'S-Hertogenbosch, North Brabant, Netherlands
    Entrepreneurship x Entrepreneurship = E2. We connect tech companies looking for growth capital with investing entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial investors, right at the (E)Square. We are an entrepreneurial technology private equity firm focusing on the lower end of the mid-market. We invest our own capital in robust, tech-driven companies in SaaS, IT, high-tech and platforms in a hybrid model with smaller thematic funds via intermediate funding rounds. Currently investing with a group of >40 entrepreneurs. Responsible for deal sourcing, deal engineering and negotiation, engagement with founders, management teams, stakeholders and investors and actively managing our investments focusing on business strategy and value creation via sales, marketing, business development, buy & build & partnerships.
  • Teq, Corporate Finance With A Smile :)
    Founding Partner & Entrepreneurial Advisor
    Teq, Corporate Finance With A Smile :) Jan 2022 - Present
    Breda, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    TEQ is an entrepreneurial Corporate Finance boutique fully focused on technology companies. We selectively offer 1) Strategic & Financial Advisory, 2) M&A Advisory, 3) Growth Capital Advisory. With our team of 4 entrepreneurial advisors combined, we have 40+ years of specialized knowledge, network and experience in advising, financing and investing in Technology companies in the Benelux, Germany and UK with a strong network of specialised investors, financiers, advisors & industry experts.
  • Teq Investments B.V.
    Co-Founder & Entrepreneurial Investor
    Teq Investments B.V. Jan 2022 - Present
    Breda, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    Private Equity and Venture Capital (co-)Investments in Technology. Putting our own money where are mouth is. Creating long term value by leveraging our knowledge, network and experience in our engagements. Always focused on full alignment for all stakeholders. Selectively open for direct cash and/or in-kind investments in tech start-up scale ups. Current engagements in:- Managing & General Partner ESquare Capital Partners B.V.- Managing Partner TEQ Corporate Finance B.V.- Golfspot B.V.
  • Smart Servant
    Board Advisor & Investor
    Smart Servant Jul 2024 - Present
    Utrecht, Nederland
    Following the investment of ESquare in Smart Servant in June 2024, together with ESquare Capital Partners Investment Management Team, I actively support and advise management & shareholders of Smart Servant in their growth strategy. Focusing on Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing, HR, Finance and M&A.
  • Bold Smart Lock 🔐
    Board Advisor & Investor
    Bold Smart Lock 🔐 Sep 2023 - Present
    Utrecht, Netherlands
    Following the investment of ESquare in Bold Smart Lock in September 2023, together with the ESquare Capital Partners Investment Management Team, I actively support and advise management of Bold Smart Lock in their growth strategy. Focusing on Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing, Finance, M&A, Value Creation.
  • Stockspots.Eu
    Board Advisor & Investor
    Stockspots.Eu Jul 2023 - Present
    Breda, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    Following the investment of ESquare in Stockspots in June 2023, together with ESquare Capital Partners Investment Management Team, I actively support and advise management & shareholders of Stockspots in their growth strategy. Focusing on Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing, HR, Finance and Value Creation.
  • Istia Software Bv
    Board Advisor & Investor
    Istia Software Bv Jul 2023 - Present
    Breda, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    Following the investment of ESquare in Istia Software in June 2023, together with ESquare Capital Partners Investment Management Team, I actively support and advise management & shareholders of Istia in their growth strategy. Focusing on Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing, HR, Finance and Value Creation.
  • Huss Bv - Innovatie Door Technologie
    Board Advisor & Investor
    Huss Bv - Innovatie Door Technologie Sep 2022 - Present
    Alblasserdam, Zuid-Holland, Nederland
    Following the investment of ESquare in HUSS in September 2022, together with ESquare Capital Partners Investment Management Team, I actively support and advise management of HUSS in their growth strategy. Focusing on Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing, Finance, M&A, Value Creation.
  • Trymax Semiconductor
    Advisory Board Member
    Trymax Semiconductor Jun 2022 - Present
    Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands
    Member of the Advisory Board of Trymax Semiconductor, a portfolio company of Pontex Investment Partners (fka NIBC IP). Independent Advisor to the Board focusing on strategic topics such as semiconductor industry trends & market developments, business strategy, sales & marketing, manufacturing operations, finance, HR and M&A.
  • Trymax Semiconductor
    Board Observer
    Trymax Semiconductor Apr 2019 - May 2022
    Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands
    Board observer for NIBC following the investment by NIBC Investment Partners in Trymax Semiconductor in March 2019. Responsible for deal sourcing, engagement and relationship management with founders and management shareholders, commercial and technical due diligence based on industry expertise. Co-responsible for deal engineering, negotiation together with the NIBC Investment Partners team.
  • Nolost
    Board Advisor
    Nolost Apr 2021 - Dec 2022
    Utrecht, Nederland
    Advisor to the founders and board of Nolost Group B.V., a data-driven HR Boutique enabling large organisations to become more people-focused and increase employee happiness. Focused on developing the company’s growth strategy, business development, sales & marketing, HR, sustainability and finance. Supported the founders and shareholders of Nolost in the process of business strategy and assessment of strategic scenario's for the future of the company which led to a partnership with Prevermo (Preventie, Verzuim en Mobiliteit).
  • Suit Up Corporate Fashion
    Board Advisor
    Suit Up Corporate Fashion May 2020 - Dec 2022
    Breda, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    Advisor to the founders and board of Suit Up active in high-end corporate fashion. Focus on strategy, business development, finance and M&A
  • Dens | Dutch Energy Solutions
    Board Advisor
    Dens | Dutch Energy Solutions Jan 2019 - Dec 2022
    Helmond, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
    Independent advisor to founders and Board of Dutch CleanTech Scale-Up DENS | Dutch Energy Solutions B.V. active in R&D, engineering and assembly of Formic Acid (Hydrozine) Reformer Technology which is applied in off-grid power supply in various end-markets. Company targets the construction market first with its zero emission hydrozine power generators and is now entering volume manufacturing operations. Series A funding raised with Koolen Industries and Rabobank.
  • Nibc Bank
    Associate Director - Technology Investment Banking
    Nibc Bank Feb 2017 - Jan 2022
    'S-Gravenhage, Zuid-Holland, Nederland
    - Co-heading NIBC’s technology sector team focused on deal origination, sector- & financial sponsor coverage in tech M&A, (leveraged) financing & minority equity investments. Specialised in enterprise IT (software & IT) and high-tech (technology hardware) in the Netherlands, Germany and UK.- Our team Introduced "SaaS Financing", a non-dilutive growth financing solution for fast-growing B2B Software companies with HQ in North-Western Europe and MRR of >250k.
  • Generous Minds
    Covestor & Co-Owner
    Generous Minds Jan 2019 - Dec 2021
    Amsterdam Area, Netherlands
    Generous Minds is a cooperative network of entrepreneurs, experts and financiers contributing to a better and more sustainable world by: 1) supporting social entreprises and/or sustainable start-ups and scale-ups with ‘Money’ (growth capital) & ‘Minds’ (dedicated specialists tailored to specific needs) to increase chance of survival and success. 2) helping established companies (SME’s / corporates) to become more sustainable, or even 100% circular by redesigning business models and operations
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Business Manager Sector Manufacturing
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Mar 2016 - Feb 2017
    Amsterdam
    Business Manager to Coordinator Manufacturing Sector and director Corporate Clients South (EVP). As a Core Team Member responsible for writing a Sustainability business plan and Co-responsible for the implementation and execution. Involved as sustainability specialist in strategic dialogues with clients and in dealteams for new and innovative sustainable financing transactions (X-as-a-Service, Esco’s, Sustainable Energy Projects Biomass, Solar, Wind, Tidal Energy). Our business plan specifically advised to set up a Centre of Expertise which led to the creation of the ABN AMRO Sustainable Finance Desk to accelerate Circular and Sustainable business and cooperation with clients.
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Relationship Manager Corporate Clients High-Tech - Tmt
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Sep 2013 - Dec 2016
    Eindhoven Area, Netherlands
    Responsible for relationship management and acquisition of Corporate Clients (sales EUR 30-250m). Managed a client portfolio of 20 Corporate Clients with EUR 150m AUM together with a team of specialists. Sector Focus High-Tech Industry, Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) and Leisure (mainly Fitness & Gaming). Geographical focus Brainport (greater Eindhoven region). Core Team Member TMT for ABN AMRO NL.
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Jr. Relationship Manager Corporate Clients High-Tech - Tmt
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Sep 2010 - Aug 2013
    Eindhoven Area, Netherlands
    Co-responsible for acquisition and relationship management of Corporate Clients (sales EUR 30-500 mln) located in the Brainport Eindhoven region in the Netherlands. Responsible for commercial and financial DD, writing credit proposals and commercial support of Senior Relationship Managers. Sector focus High-Tech Manufacturing - TMT - Food & Agri. Geographical focus Brainport (greater Eindhoven region).
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Account Manager Sme
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Oct 2009 - Sep 2010
    Account Manager SME’s active in High-Tech Industry, TMT, Food, Retail & Leisure. Providing loans and Cash Management services to Start-Ups and SME Companies with
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Corporate Management Trainee
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Apr 2009 - Sep 2009
    The ABN AMRO Corporate Management Traineeship starts off with a 6 month period of study (NIBE), training (VDS Training Consultants, 2Lead4Us), projects (Retail, Private- and Corporate Banking) and personal development (Intervision) followed by 12 months of specialised training during your starting position.
  • Icek Beer Services
    Startup Coach
    Icek Beer Services Nov 2014 - Nov 2016
    Amsterdam
    Startup Coach to ICEK Technology Originating from the Open House Accelerator Program (www.open-house.nl). www.icek.eu
  • Interpolis / Achmea
    Allround Project Support
    Interpolis / Achmea Dec 2008 - Apr 2009
    Tilburg Area, Netherlands
    Allround Project Support
  • Strategic Development Group | Sdg
    Intern
    Strategic Development Group | Sdg Feb 2008 - Sep 2008
    Tilburg Area, Netherlands
    Wrote my master thesis in cooperation with SDG Management Consultants. Graduated Cum Laude with Study on 'Sensemaking' and 'Perceptions on Network Effectiveness' within an Innovation Network in the Waste Management Industry. Research title: Inside a 'Social System of Innovation', Master Thesis Circle Internationalisation and Organisational Culture. Supervisor Prof. Dr. Joseph Soeters.
  • Red Bull
    Student Market Striker
    Red Bull May 2007 - Oct 2007
    Tilburg Area, Netherlands
    Promotion & Sales, Account Management, Tilburg, The Netherlands
  • Banque Neuflize Obc
    Intern
    Banque Neuflize Obc Feb 2003 - Jul 2003
    Paris Area, France
    Bilingual (FR-EN) Internship at Banque OBC, Paris, France. Corporate Banking for clients in the Media, Broadcasting and Communication Sector. Risk Analysis, Financial Administration, Corporate Lending, Paris, France. (Banque OBC later merged with Banque Neuflize to become Banque Neuflize OBC.)
  • Abn Amro Bank N.V.
    Intern
    Abn Amro Bank N.V. Sep 2001 - Feb 2002
    Breda Area, Netherlands
    Internship at ABN AMRO Network Management, Securities Operations, Breda, The Netherlands. Internship during Project 'Satellite', the consolidation and renegotiation of contracts with partner banks within the global custody network of ABN AMRO.

Jules Bernaerts Skills

Technology Sustainability Ideation Strategy Business Strategy Change Management Leadership Business Model Advisory Debt Advisory Corporate Finance Mergers And Acquisitions Private Equity Investments Start Ups Venture Capital Financial Analysis Banking Relationship Management Sales Management Coaching Consulting Conceptual Modeling Training Multilingual Dutch English

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