Meet the THRIVERS

A bold, slightly quirky team you wouldn’t expect to work together—but it does. United by one ambition: to help others achieve maximum impact.

Han van Nieuwaal

Partner

Expert in entrepreneurship, action research, and talent initiatives. Skilled in program development and conceptual analysis. At events, you’ll spot Han with a bottle of Coke in his left hand and a bag of Croky chips in his right.

vannieuwaal@thriveinstitute.nl

Juliëtte Boughouf

Partner

Specialist in valorisation, impact entrepreneurship, and action research. Quick learner with insatiable curiosity. Loves that people often mistake her for an intern at first meetings.

boughouf@thriveinstitute.nl

Kees Klomp

Partner

A passionate advocate for the purpose economy, Kees has a way of making every conversation inspiring. A devoted changemaker and loving guardian of a whole pack of dogs and puppies—yes, it's as magical as it sounds.

klomp@thriveinstitute.nl

Daphne Truijens

Founder, THRIVE PhD Academy

Founder of the PhD Academy, expert in advising, program development, and valorisation. Known for creativity and boundless energy. A conversation with Daphne always sparks something new (often along with a handy productivity app tip).

truijens@thriveinstitute.nl

Isabelle Hommes

Program Manager, Valorisation & Research

Transforms knowledge into action across both academic and research contexts. Empathetic and perceptive—often hearing the unspoken. You know the day is done when Isabelle slings a dish towel over her shoulder for the final clean-up.

hommes@thriveinstitute.nl

Romy van de Grift

Program Manager, Ecosystems

Driven by a passion to make the world a better place. With her wide-ranging interests and knowledge, she’s a valuable part of the team. Her spot on questions always make you think.

vandegrift@thriveinstitute.nl

Micha Knoester

Project Manager, Valorization (project-based)

A true knowledge broker who uses her passion for community building to bridge different perspectives.

knoester@thriveinstitute.nl

Olav Lagrouw

Intern in Marketing and Communication

He will be completing a Marketing and Communication internship at THRIVE over the coming half year. He is cheerful and highly motivated, eager to develop his communication skills and build new connections. One thing though: try not to ask him too much about football — otherwise, not much work gets done.

lagrouw@thriveinstitute.nl

Eva van der Toorn

Intern in Impact Management & Marketing

vandertoorn@thriveinstitute.nl

A third-year Business Administration student who contributes to THRIVE’s marketing and impact projects with creativity and a keen eye for detail. She works meticulously and enjoys contributing new ideas. After work, she brings that same determination to the football field.

Brasil Wouters

Our dear colleague Brasil laid the foundation for the Purpose Economy E-Course and other educational programs. With the biggest smile, boundless energy, and true THRIVE spirit—until the very end. We miss you deeply.

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