A team on a mission

Jens Verhiest

Jens is the Co-founder & COO of Karomia and has 12+ years of experience as a digital strategy consultant and entrepreneur. He’s driven to make a dent in the universe by finding pragmatic solutions to client problems.

Andreea Lung

Andreea is Karomia’s Frontend Technical Lead, bringing nearly seven years of industry experience and a strong technical background. With a PhD in Computer Science and an MSc in Software Engineering, she has a history of excelling in mathematics and computer science competitions. Passionate about problem-solving, Andreea is driven by the impact technology can have in creating meaningful change.

Simon Hiel

Simon is Co-founder and CTO at Karomia with a strong passion for data science, engineering and advanced analytics. With his data expertise, he drives digital innovation, establishes future-proof data architecture and introduces advanced analytical solutions to our clients. Simon is a visiting researcher at KU Leuven focusing on network analytics, network embedding and community detection.

Michele Masini

Michele is an AI Engineer at Karomia, bringing a strong technical background with a PhD in Physics specializing in quantum information. Passionate about technology and AI, he is driven by curiosity and innovation. At Karomia, Michele is eager to apply his expertise to develop AI-driven solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.

Florian Beaucarne

Florian is a Marketing Intern at Karomia, completing his final internship to earn his bachelor’s degree in Sports Business Management. Passionate about both marketing and long-distance hiking, he hopes to use his skills to support sustainability efforts that help preserve the natural landscapes he loves to explore.

Gabriel Sevestre

Gabriel is Karomia’s AI Engineer. He is a former researcher in Mathematics, with a long-time passion for Machine Learning and AI, now dedicated to building useful and impactful Large Language Model applications. Gabriel is driven by a strong belief in the transformative potential of AI to create new and meaningful advancements in many areas.

Karel Verhaeghe

Karel is Karomia’s Product Manager. He has 7+ years in customer-focused roles in B2B startups, of which the last 5 as a product manager. He holds a master's in Bio-Engineering and European Policy and is passionate about building products that both create customer and business value while having a positive impact on the world.

Arne De Witte

Arne is a Software Engineer at Karomia. He is a highly skilled software engineer with deep expertise in Node.js. He excels at creating scalable, high-performance backend systems. With a strong track record of optimizing applications and building maintainable solutions, he effectively addresses a wide range of business challenges.

Luc Machiels

Luc, the Co-founder and CEO of Karomia, brings over 20 years of industry experience to his role. He has demonstrated excellence in leading innovative programs and guiding high-performing teams. With a PhD in applied mathematics, Luc is an expert in artificial intelligence applications, sustainability analytics, and data systems.

Axelle Taccoen

Axelle is a Marketing Intern at Karomia, working alongside Mai and Florian to support marketing initiatives and grow brand engagement. With a passion for sustainability and creative storytelling, she is excited to help connect Karomia with the ESG community. Axelle brings a fresh perspective to content and strategy, aiming to make sustainability reporting more accessible and engaging.

Filipe Freire

Filipe is a Software Developer at Karomia, bringing experience from both corporate and startup environments. Since transitioning fully into software development in 2019, he has worked extensively with Node.js and React, focusing on building scalable, efficient, and secure systems. Passionate about sustainability, Filipe is excited to contribute to Karomia’s mission by continuously improving the platform and its underlying infrastructure.

Mai Tran Vu Ngoc

Mai is Karomia’s Growth Marketing Associate, driven by data and creativity to fuel rapid growth in customer acquisition, retention, and revenue. With a multicultural background, she speaks multiple languages and aims to deliver transparent, engaging messages that support customers on their sustainability journey.