John van Grootel

John van Grootel is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in venture capital, strategic consulting, and corporate finance. As the Chairman of the Investment Committee and Industry Advisor at ICOS Capital Management since October 2007, John has focused on investments at the intersection of digital and sustainable industries. John also operates as the owner of Halia Beheer / Ravelin Corporate Finance, providing strategic and financial consulting services. Notably, John served as Treasurer for Hospice Kajan and as Chair of the Board for Stichting Mentorschap Noordwest en Midden and VCTE, reflecting a commitment to social causes and community support. Other significant roles include Executive Director at Libero Commodities Holdings BV and Interim CFO at eLEAF Holding NV. John holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Erasmus University Rotterdam and completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.