Seasoned team, collaborative approach

Evert Jan is co-founder of Vortex, bringing over 20 years of investment banking and technology‐company investing experience at ABN AMRO, Fortis, and KBC Securities. He holds an M.Sc. in Business Economics from the University of Groningen.

Why Vortex?

The idea of starting a specialized investment firm originated in the years 2000. Dutch private equity firms largely overlooked the tech sector. We had a deep belief in the attractiveness of building an active and hands-on investing firm in tech and software. We saw its potential and built our firm around it.

Joost joined Vortex in 2014, bringing nearly ten years of investment banking experience from Fortis and Nomura International. He holds an M.Sc. from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Why Vortex?

The pleasure of working with ambitious entrepreneurs and leadership teams, and having the opportunity to join them on their journey to build innovative market leaders that create lasting impact, combined with the expertise of our team that brings real value to our partnerships, is an ever evolving and rewarding experience that I truly enjoy

Dalip joined Vortex in 2016, bringing leadership experience from various CTO and CIO roles. He holds an M.Sc. in IT Electrical Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology.

Why Vortex?

Value creation and operational efficiency have been my passion and my vocation. I joined Vortex exactly when it was taking initial steps in buyout investments in lower midmarket IT companies. This was an opportunity for me to use my experience to work with, and help these companies grow and create value. It also offered me the opportunity to learn about the finance business and build my skills in this area.

Jorre joined Vortex in 2019, bringing strategy consulting experience from Bain & Company and leadership roles at Harvest and Naspers. He holds an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from TU Delft.

Why Vortex?

It has always been of interest to me to analyze how things can be improved. During my studies it was mostly related to production and logistics; since my time at Bain it has been focused on business settings. At Vortex we partner with entrepreneurs and management teams who are keen to make the next step in their growth journey. I truly enjoy partnering with these teams to help realize their ambitious plans. It often starts with jointly developing a high-level value creation plan followed by defining the next steps. This gives me a lot of energy.

Stefan joined Vortex in 2025, bringing 30 years of Go-To-Market experience from both corporate enterprises as well as start-ups & scale-ups in tech. He brings first-hand field experience scaling SaaS companies in both the US and Europe. He holds a BSc and MSc in Electrical Engineering from Delft University of Technology

Why Vortex?

I am excited and committed to supporting our portfolio companies, enabling them to create sustainable value and make a lasting impact in their respective industries. Every day of the week.

Kelsey joined Vortex in 2023, bringing audit and financial due diligence expertise from the Big4 as well as investment experience in private equity, venture capital, and impact from SAIL Investments, Riscura. She is a Chartered Accountant (South Africa), a CFA Charterholder, and holds a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance & Accounting from the University of Cape Town. She is responsible for Vortex’s finance function and ESG strategy.

Why Vortex?

My role at Vortex gives me the opportunity to merge my finance skillset with my passion for sustainability, and to support the team’s ambition to create meaningful value for us and our investors. I’m pleased to have been involved in Vortex’s latest SFDR Article 8 Fund from its inception.

Thomas joined Vortex in 2019 bringing 3 years relevant private equity experience, having focused on tech-enabled companies at Bencis. He holds an M.Sc. in Financial Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam and a B.Sc. in Economics and Business Economics from Utrecht University.

Why Vortex?

Why Vortex?

No two days are the same at Vortex — one day I might be diving deep into portfolio company performance, the next negotiating a strategic add-on acquisition, or supporting management teams with operational improvements. The constant variety and fast-paced environment are exactly what motivates me.

Why Vortex?

Michiel joined Vortex in 2024, bringing over four years of private equity experience at NPM Capital and Holland Capital. He holds an M.Sc. in Business Engineering in Management Information Systems from Antwerp University.

Why Vortex?

I’m excited by the opportunity to collaborate with innovative entrepreneurs, driving growth and creating lasting impact.

Why Vortex?

I want to work at Vortex because it’s the perfect place to combine my data-driven mindset and finance background with my drive to scale tech-driven companies and make real impact.

Why Vortex?

To me, the diversity of Vortex’s team is a major reason I arrive at work with a smile every day. Collaborating with colleagues from such varied backgrounds not only lets us support companies from multiple angles but also creates an invaluable environment for continuous learning.

Rick Jan joined the team in 2023, following a successful internship at Vortex. Prior to joining Vortex, he completed an internship at ABN AMRO. Rick Jan holds an M.Sc. in Finance & Investments from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Why Vortex?

Vortex allows me to build lasting relationships with entrepreneurs and leadership teams, while working together to execute on a shared ambition.

Camiel joined Vortex in 2026, after completing an internship in 2025. Prior to joining Vortex, he was a work student at Flow Traders. He holds a B.Sc. in Econometrics and Data Science from the University of Amsterdam and an M.Sc. in (Financial) Econometrics from VU University Amsterdam.

Why Vortex?

What appeals to me about Vortex is the combination of working in depth with complex businesses while building long-term, hands-on relationships with entrepreneurs and management teams. This balance between analytical rigor and close collaboration allows us to create meaningful impact beyond the transaction itself.

Dragos joined Vortex in 2024, bringing operational expertise in process automation as Process Manager at Picnic Technologies. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and an M.Sc. in Software Engineering from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

Why Vortex?

I work at Vortex because it combines my passion for tech and finance. I can use my technical expertise in improving companies products and see them grow!

Sophie joined Vortex in 2025 as Office Manager after 25+ years in marketing, communication, and support roles, and holds an B.Sc. in Communication.

Why Vortex?

After 27 years of working in various marketing, communication, and support roles at a large corporation, I’ve decided to embark on a new adventure as an office manager at Vortex. It’s a central role within a relatively small team, where everything I do can contribute to the team’s enjoyment at work, and of course, to my own happiness as well.