Diederik is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years of experience in finance and start ups.  

Starting his career as an options trader for an Amsterdam based firm, Diederik quickly realised he wanted to work for himself. After relocating to Australia In 2006 Diederik set up a high-frequency trading (HFT) firm together with his younger brother. Following the sale of a significant portion of his stake, he returned to Europe and shifted his focus to his diverse portfolio of investments.

After meeting Tracy Ryan and Professor Anahid Jewett, Diederik became the first investor in NKore and has since served  as a trusted advisor to the team since. With a track record of investing in over 25 companies and achieving numerous successful exits, he brings a depth of understanding to navigating the intricacies of the business landscape. 

Diederik has successfully raised capital for both public and private enterprises across diverse sectors. While maintaining a sector-agnostic investment approach, he actively seeks impact investments capable of fostering positive change in the lives of many.