ABOUT KFM
Why I started Karel FOL Management
After more than 30 years in Medical Devices, (Bio)pharma, and Cell and Gene Therapies, with a focus on Sales and Marketing, Market Access and General Management, and this at various levels including Flanders, Belgium, the Benelux region, Europe and even global, you begin to realise what you enjoy doing most.
Launching new and innovative products. Building something from scratch. Thinking out-of-the-box. Doing what no one has done before.
I have had the opportunity to do all of that throughout my career at different companies, but especially during my time at TiGenix and AveXis.
That is exactly why I founded my own management company. To support, consult, manage and lead startup companies such as university spin-offs and new European entities for companies from other continents.
In addition, I enjoy a few other fun activities like podcasting, moderating panel discussions and hosting events or keynote presentations on topics I am passionate about.
VISION
The vision of Karel FOL Management BV is to be the leading catalyst for the growth and success of healthcare start-ups in Belgium and beyond, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where innovation thrives. I aspire to be the trusted partner for founders and early-stage companies, recognized for our commitment to excellence, strategic insight, and the ability to turn groundbreaking ideas into commercial realities.
Through consultancy, interim management, and executive leadership, I aim to shape the future of healthcare by supporting the next generation of life-changing therapies and technologies.
AMBITION
At Karel FOL Management BV, my mission is to empower healthcare start-ups and emerging companies to transform innovative scientific ideas into successful businesses. I leverage over 30 years of industry expertise in Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and General Management within the Medical Device, (Bio)Pharma, and Cell & Gene Therapy sectors to provide strategic guidance, operational leadership, and hands-on support.
I am dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry, helping visionary entrepreneurs navigate the complex journey from spin-off to market success.
SERVICES
Consultancy or management activities mainly in (but not restricted to) area’s of Medical Device, (Bio)Pharma, Cell & Gene Therapies :
- Writing / supporting / developing / executing …
- business plans for start-ups,
- strategic plans for launches of innovative products in Europe, entering new markets, …
- Public Speaking as host of events, moderator for panel discussions, presentations as Key Note
speaker on my expertises/experiences, PodCast host, … - Interim management for Sales and/or Marketing Teams, Market Access projects or General
Management - Representing companies from other continents in Europe, starting up their representation and
business in Europe, … - Senior Mgm, Director or Executive roles in Small or MidSized Company
- CEO, COO, Chief Development Officer or Chief Commercial Officer in Start-up companies
