Biography

Tom Bamelis is a non-executive Director of the Board of Directors of DEME Group NV since 29 June 2022. He is a member of the Executive Committee and CFO of Ackermans & van Haaren. After completing his studies as a commercial engineer(KU Leuven – 1988), Tom Bamelis also obtained a master’s degree in financial management (VLEKHO -1991). He joined Touche Ross (now Deloitte) and later Groupe Bruxelles Lambert. Tom Bamelis joined Ackermans & van Haaren in 1999. He is member of the Board of Directors of Delen Private Bank, SIPEF, Turbo’s Hoet Group, Van Moer Logistics and EMG, among others. As a member of Ackermans & van Haaren’s investment team, Mr. Bamelis participates in continuous training to identify ESG risks and opportunities and stays updated on ESG regulations. He is also a member of the ESG Steering Committee, and monitors and advises Ackermans & van Haaren on strategic ESG priorities and progress.