Smappee appoints new Chief Executive Officer to drive global expansion
Stefan Grosjean steps up as Smappee Group CEO and appoints Kurt Vandeputte as Smappee CEO to drive the company’s global expansion
Harelbeke, 10 October 2024 – Smappee, pioneering Belgian cleantech company specialising in smart energy solutions, has appointed Kurt Vandeputte as its new CEO, while Stefan Grosjean, the company’s founder, will continue his active leadership role as Smappee Group CEO. Vandeputte, a seasoned executive with a proven track record of scaling businesses into large-scale operations, will lead Smappee’s journey from a thriving scale-up with a team of 140, operating in more than 12 countries over 4 continents, to a global market leader. He will oversee the company’s operational expansion and drive its growth into new markets, while Grosjean, in his new role, continues to focus on shaping the future of the Smappee Group.
Strategic leadership for innovation and long-term growth
In his role as Smappee Group CEO, Grosjean will focus on advancing Smappee’s innovation strategy and exploring new business ventures. This key transition allows him to leverage his exceptional innovation leadership to accelerate the development of new technologies and expand Smappee’s product offerings. Driving technological advancements, Grosjean will ensure Smappee maintains its leadership in the rapidly evolving energy management industry, positioning the company successfully for sustained long-term growth.
“With Kurt’s proven track record in scaling operations and managing large teams, I am confident that Smappee will continue to grow at an accelerated pace,” said Grosjean. “This strengthened leadership structure enables us to push the boundaries of smart energy solutions while upholding our core values of sustainability and continuous innovation.”
Stefan Grosjean, Smappee Group CEO
Sustainable expansion and operational scalability
Vandeputte’s appointment comes as Smappee responds to rapidly increasing global demand for sustainable energy technologies. The award-winning company offers cutting-edge energy management solutions, including smart EV charging, energy monitoring, and battery energy storage systems (BESS), that enable customers to optimize energy usage and reduce their carbon footprint.
Under Vandeputte’s leadership, Smappee aims to sustainably scale its operations, build out its organisational capacity, and expand its international footprint. With extensive experience in growing operations at Umicore and BMW, Vandeputte is well-equipped to lead Smappee’s next phase. His focus will be on accelerating the commercialisation of Smappee’s innovative technological solutions and driving global scalability.
“Smappee is well-positioned to become a leading player in the global smart energy market,” said Vandeputte. “Thanks to its broad-based foundation of advanced technologies and a dedicated, motivated team, my initial goal is to strengthen the organization and guide the teams in identifying and accelerating the right opportunities that will fuel the company’s continued growth into a global industry leader.”
Continued leadership and innovation
With over 30 years of experience in the energy sector, Grosjean will remain actively involved in Smappee’s strategic decisions. His focus will be on pioneering new innovations and scaling emerging business units within the Smappee Group. The dual-leadership model will see Grosjean and Vandeputte working closely together, combining their strengths to drive Smappee’s mission of revolutionising energy management solutions worldwide.
Positioned for a sustainable future
Smappee’s leadership transition underscores its commitment to sustainable growth and innovation. By harnessing the complementary strengths of Grosjean and Vandeputte, the company is poised to accelerate its expansion and strengthen its position as a global leader in smart energy management. With Grosjean’s continued oversight and Vandeputte’s business acumen and operational expertise, Smappee is set to enter a new era of accelerated growth, innovation, and sustainability.
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