Vincent Biekman is known as a positive entrepreneur. His motto, “Business with a Smile,” reflects his belief that business can be enjoyable, despite inevitable setbacks. His entrepreneurial journey began with an innovative idea: a balloon sealer. He filed a patent and eventually sold his invention to a major retail chain. This first success set the tone for a versatile and inspiring career. He is also involved in founding Vibe Studios BV, a creative space for meetings, photoshoots, video production, and podcasts.
Ambassador and Speaker
Vincent is a proud ambassador for Jong Ondernemen, an organization that supports and inspires young entrepreneurs. He frequently serves as a jury member or coach at various business schools, motivating students to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. His talks at networking events, business gatherings, and other occasions are always a source of inspiration. Vincent shares practical tips and strategies that help entrepreneurs take immediate action.
From Actor to Entrepreneur
Vincent initially pursued a passion for acting. He trained at drama school and took on roles in series, commercials, and theater productions, most recently appearing in the popular series ‘Voetbalvrouwen.’ Despite a successful acting career, he felt a strong calling to follow his entrepreneurial ambitions. He shifted his focus entirely to business, where his true passion lies. Vincent is also the author of Geld verdienen met ChatGPT.
A Diverse Entrepreneurial Path
Vincent’s entrepreneurial journey has been anything but ordinary. He was involved in a media platform featuring knowledge experts and co-founded the sport platform Fit at Home, which continues to help people stay healthy and active at home. Inspired by an episode of Shark Tank, he introduced a shopping bag product to the Netherlands, which became a hit and demonstrated his talent for spotting and seizing opportunities. He is currently the founder of the parking app LekkerParkeren, which shook up the market six years ago.
Broad Experience
Beyond entrepreneurship, Vincent has also worked in employment. At Stage Entertainment, he managed sponsorships and partner relations for musicals, sharpening his commercial skills. His curiosity led him to study real estate and work as a project developer in construction for four years. Additionally, he served as commercial director and shareholder of SmartHealth for four years. The company focuses on employee health and developed an innovative, medically validated digital health test that enables organizations to reduce absenteeism by 20 to 30 percent, significantly impacting both operations and employee well-being.
