Marnix Groet ✅ Email and Phone Number
Founder and Chief Investment Officer Pre-Seed Investing and Micro Venture Capital at
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Creative Thinking Ventures
Milan, IT
Marnix Groet ✅'s Location
Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Italy
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About Marnix Groet ✅
What am I good at?🔝 Finding business opportunities, and developing these into tangible sales with real customers. I have a vision 👀 of where things should and could be in ➸ future ... and then I work towards getting there through careful EXECUTION and attention to DETAIL with my team, remember that “The 💥 devil is in the details” We do this for our own business as well as for our customers. How do we get results?☛ Our philosophy in business is very fact based: "what gets measured gets done". So it is true that KPI's, metrics and traction should guide us, but these must be the right ones, and in line with the above vision.☛ It is crystal-clear: returning and paying customers are what keeps a business alive and growing. So are we doing just that?Our drivers:* Total customer orientation* Offer long-term value* Make decisions based on measurable facts* Be intuitive and visionary* Share and connect: only teams and networks succeedAm I grounded?I have a solid business background: I am a Bocconi University graduate √ and Warwick Business School alumnus √. But I have also lived in 5 European countries and I speak 6 languages.Why is this relevant? For my vision. For my "nose" for opportunities.My pedigree?▹PPG Industries, paint & chemicals▹Leroy-Merlin of the Auchan Group, retail▹Inda bathroom furinishings: entrepreneurial company▹Sherwin-Williams, paint & chemicals▹GroetConsulting, my own consulting business▹Thinking Ventures, micro Venture Capital & preseed investmentsI offer the following 🆂🅴🆁🆅🅸🅲🅴🆂:📌 I can mentor your startup / SME towards growth📌 I can help you become presentable to investors📌 I'm a specialist in funding rounds and investments📌 I do turnarounds and help with pivots📌 I make customers happy to pay for the service📣 An atypical combination: I combine the mindset and structural thinking of the multinational with the capability of initiative and intuition typical of entrepreneurial companies.I ❤ all types of commerce and retail, online and offline, marketplaces and startups operating in services for ecommerce.My personal brand page is www.marnixgroet.com📩 CONTACT☛ send an email to: info@marnixgroet.comor call me direct ☎ from the number on the website
Marnix Groet ✅'s Current Company Details
Creative Thinking Ventures
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Founder and Chief Investment Officer Pre-Seed Investing and Micro Venture Capital
Milan, IT
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Marnix Groet ✅ Work Experience Details
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Founder And Chief Investment Officer Pre-Seed Investing And Micro Venture CapitalCreative Thinking VenturesMilan, It
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Founder & Chief Investment Officer Pre-Seed Investing And Micro Venture CapitalCreative Thinking Ventures Jan 2009 - PresentAlbertville, FrPre-Seed Investing, Micro Venture Capital, Portfolio Management.We are a quality boutique operation, we manage a selected number of ventures very carefully.Feel free to contact us. We will maintain confidentiality of any business plan submitted to us.VisionWe are proud of having developed a creative and proprietary approach to investment. In which we evaluate the creativity in the different aspects of a company, start-up or venture. How this originality and uniqueness translates in extraordinary customer satisfaction and loyalty. How this enhances customer preference and long term competitiveness.MissionInvestment in the very early stages of Start-ups. Pre-seed or seed only. Create value by developing customer focused creativity.What we do:We started off in 2009 as a long term investment operation, specializing in small, nano and micro caps. We have, since 2013, opened to investment in earlier stages.We mainly operate in the sharing economy, ecommerce and marketplaces, retail on-line and off-line, but we are open to other ideas which may disrupt a market.* in 2014, pre-seed in a start-up operating a foreign language marketplace on internet. * in 2015, in two startups operating businesses in the sharing economy.* in 2016, in a startup developing a #disruptive tool for ecommerce.* in 2017, in a startup in Fintech* in 2018, in a startup working on IOT in gardening* in 2019, a follow-up investment in the startup of the previous year* in 2020, in a startup in the automotive sector and one in the service sector SAASIn this new approach, the fund engages in the financing of early initiatives and through pre-seed, micro-seed and seed funding.The operation intends to work closely with the management of any start-up we invest in. And we will support the entrepreneurs with advice, expertise and management know-how.We are selective in our investments. We will look closely at any serious proposal, even in totally new areas.www.creativethinking.ventures
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Manager Pre-Seed Accelerator, Startup Mentor, Fundraiser & Rainmaker, Growth HackerLab Creative Thinking Apr 2016 - PresentLegnano, Lombardy, ItLAB for Creative Thinking is a "virtual" accelerator for startups and SME's, and takes care of the growth of high potential startups and innovative SMEs in the commercial area, business development and within marketplaces.We are virtual in the sense that we avoid unnecessary costs but only focus on the key elements of growth.We also do assist startuppers and teams in the pre-seed stage. The idea must be original and offer a new (creative) way of proposing a product / service or in resolving a customer problem.We have a different approach from many other companies in our sector, and will intervene in a much earlier stage.Our aim is to participate from the earliest stage (pre-seed) with advice, mentoring and support, possibly taking an equity stake, and help the startup to develop up to the IPO stage.In the case of SME's we are ready to assist entrepreneurs in the refocussing of the business, and if required, are prepared to discuss to Work for Equity (W4E). -
Advisor & Iro Investor Relations OfficerGardenstuff Jun 2016 - PresentLegnano, Milano, ItGardenStuff is a very interesting young company that has been able to innovate, in a substantial way, and patent-protected, in an "ancient" field such as gardening and decoration.Gardenstuff has won participation on the Italian stand at Dubai 2021. This is for the innovative vertical garden it has developed with artificial intelligence incorporated. -
Founder - New Business Development, Advisory Sme'S, Training In Sales & ManagementGroetconsulting Jan 2004 - PresentAlbertville, FrWe can help you!Sales Development and Sales Organization.GroetConsulting specializes in:• Sales & Business Development, Sourcing/Import and Scouting/Export. • Support to Startups, developing business plans and the validation of business models, before execution.We operate with a particular focus on B2C and B2B2C consumer business and B2B retail & trade customers and industrial customers. We have a long experience in sales training.With a track record: we total more than 30 years of experience.In Consultancy the functional areas covered are:* Business start-up.* Product development and European launches.* Management of commercial affiliates.* Store management.* Supply chain management.* Purchasing and sourcing.* Customer service management.* Project management, also intercompany. Training competence and courses:* Sales force training and development. Motivation.* Sales management, reporting and control.* Competitive positioning of product lines. * Shop shaping and store optimization.* Team building. -
Business English TeacherAllpolyglot.Org Sep 2014 - PresentMilano, Lombardia, ItSector: educational services - language lessons face to face and "live".www.allpolyglot.com the easy way to learn a language.With one to one lessons and mother tongue teachers.Allpolyglot provides a powerful and easy search tool to match your schedule, language needs and budget. And through an introductory video you will be able to get to know and to choose the language tutor that suits you best. Classes will take place online through Skype. -
Board MemberWorldz Nov 2015 - Oct 2022Milano, Lombardia, ItWorldz is a disruptive tool for ecommerce, that monetizes the social popularity of each of us. A true innovation on the web. It uses the theory of WOMM (word of mouth marketing) to increase e-commerce impact and conversions.On one side it Worldz provides a network for e-commerce based businesses, which allows companies to increase their commercial impact and sales conversions . On the other side it also deals with customers individually, rewarding popularity, and assuring a deeper customer loyalty towards these web based businesses.Worldz is a community of advisors and a tool/plugin specifically designed for e-commerce. Through an algorithm, it understands users popularity and impact on Facebook and it gives them an economic value. This value is then used as a discount for their purchases with e-commerce partners.The start up's slogan “Share more, Pay Less” reflects the underlying social innovation.The team is being completed and 100% on the project. Worldz is guided by a visionary and creative leader, fully equipped to bring the talent of the team to disrupt the current paradigm in commerce.Share more, pay less.http://www.worldz.net#sharingeconomy #startup -
Board MemberSharewood Jul 2015 - Dec 2021Milano, Mi, ItSector: Travel & Tourism Startups.www.gosharewood.com/enwww.sharewood.ioSharewood : the AirBnB for outdoor equipment. A collaborative consumption marketplace where you can rent the best outdoor gear for snow sports, water sports, camping and biking when you need, where you need it, from people like yourself.The aim is to lower the cost barrier for those people who want to do outdoor activities and also to give an alternative source of income to those who own this gear.Rental shops get a new means to distribute and merchandise their products. -
Iro Investor Relations OfficerThe Social Lender Oct 2017 - Jun 2020Milano , Mi, ItThe Social Lender is an Italian social lending business platform. Businesses that require it can find funding for growth and development, and where lenders can safely invest their savings, and thus stimulate the recovery of the real economy. -
Board MemberToctocbox Sep 2015 - Apr 2020Sector: delivery services C2C - based on sharing economy in Peer 2 Peerwww.toctocbox.comTocTocBox is a collaborative platform founded by the desire to create an alternative to the existing patterns of dispatch of goods.Where for the first time consumers become the users and implementers of a service that bases its strengths on ease of execution, and in sharing of tasks required to complete it, and by reliability guaranteed by user feedback. -
Co-Founder & Operating Manager For Sme'S / Startups - Work 4 EquityTeam2Grow S.R.L. Jan 2016 - Dec 2018Milano, It@Team2Grow is a platform of relationships and innovative services. And represents an opportunity for growth and development,professionally and financially. For financial Companies, start-ups, managers and investors.T2G has created the association IARI "Italian Association of Responsible Investment", apolitical and non-partisan, composed of investors, managers and professionals who invest in companies already existing or newly established, but all characterized by highly innovative and considerable growth potential. -
Manager, International Business UnitSherwin Williams - Diversified Brands Europe Dec 2007 - Apr 2014Cleveland, Oh, UsResponsible for the BU "Do it Yourself paints" which develops internationally on a European scale and exports to Middle East, Africa and Asia. Responsible globally for the Tri-Flow Lubricants division.Manager of a team.Results in Paints: Turnaround and restructuring of the Business Unit towards break-even, and profitability.Results in Lubricants: Business Development of the division. Opening 1 new national market per year with Tri-Flow Lubricants. Significant growth with implementation of Pan-European strategy.----------------------------------------------------------------This is what my previous boss has written about me during my appraisal:*A hard working individual who certainly puts the best interests of the business first.* Has done a particularly good job in managing our International Industrial business (read Tri-Flow Lubricants) which has made a significant contribution to the whole department. * Very focussed on the bottom line, he is a ‘team player’ and is a proud member of the SW organisation.* This has been a challenging year with a tough budget in Italy based on our wholesaler strategy. He has been very energetic in driving activity around the business.* Has expressed an interest in widening his responsibilities within SW. When we met last year I suggested that he started to run the Italian market as his own business and provide proposals to increase the manpower in line with business growth – this would be an opportunity to improve his chances of landing a more high profile role within the corporation. -
Board MemberGrow Your People Jan 2012 - Dec 2013Albertville, Rhône-Alpes, FrWe are an experienced human resources organization, specializing in the cultural management of your company's population. Including:* community management and planning* management of digital transformation projects* HR for Mergers & Acquisitions* strategic HR repositioning and mergers of populations of people* re-culturing when restructuring -
Southern European Business Development ManagerSherwin-Williams Italy Oct 2004 - Dec 2007Responsible for the re-launch and development of the Ronseal brand in Southern Europe. Country Manager - Italy.Results: selection and appointment of a new distributor.Sales growth in the Trade Channel of 5% per year. Presence in 4 chains of DIY multiple stores: Leroy-Merlin, Bricocenter, Bricoman, Castorama.
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Business Development ManagerAcem, Srl Jan 2005 - Sep 2006Castel Maggiore, Bo, ItThe group wants to develop the international business to make the company stronger and to seize the opportunities that go beyond the Italian market. And then pursue growth opportunities through innovation that is the strength of the company.We want to sell a range of products, yes, standardized to be competitive, but with adaptation to the market if necessary.We are looking for distributors in receptive markets, in segments that work, and who want to grow with us.marnix.groet@acemchimica.com -
Global Sourcing ManagerMg Service Srl Jan 2004 - Sep 2005Castello D’Argile (B0), Emilia-Romagna, ItMG Service is the leading Italian distribution company in chemicals, paint and accessories for paint shops and DIY.We are actively searching for new products, innovative technology and anything that may help painters and artisans in their work.We have no problems in selling and supporting technical products, as we have a specialized sales force in the chemicals industry and building products.Contact me at: marnix.groet@mgservice.it -
Sales & Marketing DirectorInda Bathroom Furniture, Showers & Accessories 2000 - 2004Pagazzano, Bg, It2003-2004 Director Operations, Caravate/Paris.* Responsible for business development initiatives.* Director of Operations of Inda France. Improving the operations performance and customer service at the French subsidiary, and management of a team of 15 people and the relevant budget.* Results: restructuring of the subsidiary, and rebuilding of a motivated team.2000-2003 Business & Marketing Director, Caravate (Varese).* Responsible for the specialized bathroom furnishing channel in Europe (25 million euros). * Role of Channel Manager with product development and portfolio strategy. Business management and internet projects.Management of a team of 8 people and the relevant budget.* Results: re-organization of the marketing office to create a motivated team.* Successful launch of “ Il Bagno Alessi ” a multinational partnership with Laufen and Oras (250 show-rooms in 6 months).* Repositioning of the design range of bathroom furnishing (5 million €).Development of projects with well known designers.* Il Bagno Alessi, design Stefano Giovannoni.* H2O and Frame, design Antonio Citterio with Sergio Brioschi. -
Market Manager, Gardening ItalyGroupe Adeo - Leroy-Merlin Italia 1996 - 1999Ronchin, FrLeroy-Merlin start-up in Italy - Based first in Milan, then Varese, Brescia, and then Milan again.* Start-up and development of the Gardening Business in Italy. Management of 5 Area Managers and teams, approx. 30 people.* Results: from zero to 20 billion lira in 4 years, and best company gardening performance in Europe.Leroy-Merlin is now part of Groupe Adeo (Association Familiale Mulliez - Auchan) -
Category Manager, Garden FurnishingLeroy Merlin 1995 - 1996Lille Cedex 9, France, FrBased at headquarters, Lille.* Full strategic and commercial responsibility for the Garden Furniture Business with an annual turnover 50 million $.* Results: annual growth of 5%, while keeping margins in a very competitive market, by innovating commercially.Leroy-Merlin is now part of Groupe Adeo (Association Familiale Mulliez - Auchan) -
European Buyer, GardeningLeroy Merlin - Centrale D'Achats 1993 - 1994Lille Cedex 9, France, FrBased at the Central Buying Office, Lille.* European buyer with a supplier portfolio of 100 million $.* Results: improved conditions and supply-chain performance.Leroy-Merlin is now part of Groupe Adeo (Association Familiale Mulliez - Auchan)
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Junior Sales Manager BeneluxPpg Industries - Automotive Refinish Europe Sep 1992 - Sep 1993Pittsburgh, Pa, UsFocussing on the Benelux.Responsible for developing contacts with OEM customers. Including colourmatching project.Fleet business development. -
Assistant Operations ManagerPpg Industries - Automotive Refinish Europe Aug 1989 - Aug 1992Pittsburgh, Pa, UsOperating within PPG Industries France as Factory Liaison for Automotive Refinish Europe.Based in Valenciennes (Saultain), France.* Factory Liaison for the Automotive Refinish division.* Responsible for sales planning and communication with the production department at the 3 European plants of the division. * Responsible for a European packaging project, including environmental issues. Coordinator for new product launches from an operations perspective.* Results: 98% customer satisfaction, a uniform packaging across Europe, product launches on time.
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Financial Analyst (Self Employed)Tartan S.R.L Fashion For Children 1987 - 1989Cash flow analysis.Financial forecasting.
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Assistant Branch ManagerLa Caixa / Caixa De Barcelona Jun 1986 - Oct 1986Valencia , EsTraineeship with AIESEC as the assistant to the branch manager. -
Assistant Accountant (Placement)Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Ag Jun 1984 - Oct 1984Heidelberg, DeTraineeship in the accounting department.
Marnix Groet ✅ Skills
Start Ups
Business Development
Management
Business Strategy
Sales Management
Entrepreneurship
Product Development
Negotiation
Change Management
Marketing Management
Marketing
New Business Development
Project Management
Marketing Strategy
Intrapreneurship
P&l Management
Team Management
International Sales
Product Management
Sales
B2b
Strategic Planning
Budgets
Forecasting
Team Building
Supply Chain
Investments
Turnarounds
Restructuring
Retail
Purchasing
Key Account Management
Contract Negotiation
Training Delivery
English As A Second Language
Teaching English As A Second Language
Marnix Groet ✅ Education Details
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University Of Warwick - Warwick Business SchoolDistance Learning Master In Business Administration -
Università BocconiBusiness Economics With Majors In Finance And Strategy
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University Of CambridgeField Of Study: Business English
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Karate Shotokan 松濤館Bassai Dai
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Schola EuropaeaSciences
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Scuola SvizzeraItalian
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