Freerk Bisschop

Freerk Bisschop is a Co-Founder at BigCircle Ventures, based in Amsterdam.2 He has extensive experience in the energy and climate technology sectors, having worked on these issues for over 30 years in various roles, from urban to international levels.1

Background

Freerk has been living in Amsterdam since 1988, when he moved there to pursue his PhD research on solar cell materials. He is now settled in the Watergraafsmeer area with his wife and two adult children.1

Professional Experience

Throughout his career, Freerk has maintained a focus on energy and climate technology companies. His professional journey includes roles such as:

• Entrepreneur
• CEO
• Investor
• Programme manager3

His expertise encompasses areas like entrepreneurial skills, new business development, management consulting, change management, and mergers.4

Personal Interests and Motivations

Freerk is deeply concerned about climate change, which has been a driving force in both his work and personal life for more than three decades. He is interested in exploring how to leverage privileges to envision a future that can mobilize and direct positive change.1

Community Involvement

While Freerk appreciates the green, open, safe, and beautiful nature of his neighborhood, he expresses a desire for greater cultural diversity in his community.1

Freerk Bisschop's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username fbisschop, where he has over 500 connections.2