ECAbout Edouard
I'm a versatile entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in launching, structuring, and growing SME. With a strong background in high-end retail, I’ve built efficient organizations and consistently optimized sales performance. I manage all aspects of operations — from strategy and finance to HR, legal, and IT— with a focus on creating value and maximizing sustainable growth. After selling my company in 2024 and ensuring a successful transition, I’m now looking for new challenges to create value and drive growth.
French
Native or bilingual
Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
Can work on-site
Bruxelles (up to 50km)
Experience
- Abaumont SRLMANAGING DIRECTORSeptember 2024 - Today (1 year and 9 months)Tournai, BelgiumHands-on management (part-time) of a family project to convert a former agricultural farm (dating back to the 12th century) into a combined site of holiday cottages and event spaces for both private and corporate use.- Developed business plan and conducted feasibility study (legal, tax, financial, etc.)- Structured the project and established appropriate corporate entities (land, real estate, operations)- Negotiated and secured bank financing- Currently coordinate and supervise the demolition of barns and the reconstruction of three holiday cottages (~1,000 m²)- Currently oversee administrative and accounting daily operations- Currently exploring and implementing a suitable IT management solution
- Hunting Lodge SRLFOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTORRETAIL (SMALL BUSINESS)January 2010 - January 2024 (14 years)Wavre, BelgiumI founded and built one of Belgium's leading hunting gun shops (B2C), transforming an idea into a thriving business- Oversaw all aspects of business operations including procurement planning, negotiation, sales & customer experience, marketing, finance, legal, admin. and HR.- Developed innovative business strategies to strengthen market positioning and boost revenue growth.- Recruited, trained, and managed a team of professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and entrepreneurship- Spearheaded new product lines and service offerings, adapting to evolving market trends. - Ensured operational efficiency and high standards in gunsmithing services bringing traditional and modern technics together- Obtained and secured a Gunsmith License issued by the Belgian Federal Public Service Justice- Implemented a reliable IT system that facilitates efficient management and generates meaningful dataHUNTING LODGE IN A NUTSHELL :From scratch to one of the major players on the market>400m² retail space~ € 1.5 Mio sales turnover~ 5 FTE~ 8500 clients~ 150 suppliers~ 7500 product references
- EYSENIOR CONSULTANT TRANSFER PRICINGCONSULTING AND AUDITSDecember 2006 - December 2009 (3 years)BelgiumGlobal Transfer Pricing & Tax Effective Supply Chain Management- Advised multinational enterprises on Transfer Pricing Compliance, ensuring adherence to Belgian tax regulations.- Led Tax Effective Supply Chain Management projects, optimizing financial and operational efficiency in cross border transactions.- Negotiated and secured Advance Pricing Agreements (APA) with Belgian tax authorities.- Provided assistance and guidance during Transfer Pricing Controversy & Litigation, helping companies navigate complex audits.- Developed tailored tax planning solutions to improve corporate financial structures and minimize risk.
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Education
- MASTER IN MANAGEMENT SCIENCELouvain School of Management - UCL2005MASTER IN MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
- BACHELOR IN MANAGEMENT SC. & ECONOMICSSaint-Louis Brussels2003BACHELOR IN MANAGEMENT SC. & ECONOMICS