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Henri Jacobs is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in innovation, governance, and entrepreneurship. Currently serving as a Substitute Member for Data Technologies at Digitaal Vlaanderen and as a Jury Member for the EIC Accelerator under the European Commission, Henri Jacobs evaluates investments in deeptech ventures with significant funding potential. As the Managing Director for the Benelux Area at Forcit, Henri Jacobs leads efforts to connect challenges in various fields through expert networks. Additionally, Henri Jacobs holds key roles such as Venture Partner and Co-Founder at Airborn, Chairman of the Board at Techventures, and Non-Executive Board Member at NextGenics. Previous roles include serving as the Liaison Officer/Ambassador for Singularity University and co-founding initiatives like Aerey and Valpeo. Educational credentials include training in board effectiveness and corporate governance from GUBERNA and Vlerick Business School, with foundational studies at HOGENT and Leiepoort Campus Sint-Vincentius.