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The values we share

Commitment

We say it like it is and do what we say. When we’re in, we stay in long after the champagne is gone. That means showing up, staying involved, and holding ourselves and each other accountable. Our reputation rests on being a partner that delivers.

Bold by design

We dare to think big and act decisively. Bold moves work when they’re grounded in experience, discipline, and sound judgement. We assess risks carefully, stay in control, and back what we truly believe in.

Purposeful pace

Momentum matters, but never at the expense of direction. Our speed comes from preparation and experience. We know when to move fast and when to stop, think, and make the right call.

Grounded

Experience sharpens us, humility keeps us sharp. We don’t pretend to have all the answers. We ask questions, challenge our own thinking, and listen closely. Results always come before recognition.

Commitment

Bold by design

Purposeful pace

Momentum matters, but never at the expense of direction. Our speed comes from preparation and experience. We know when to move fast and when to stop, think, and make the right call.

Grounded

Experience sharpens us, humility keeps us sharp. We don’t pretend to have all the answers. We ask questions, challenge our own thinking, and listen closely. Results always come before recognition.

Team

We believe that the best ideas are created together and come from championing diverse opinions.

At Arcola, we’re hands-on by design. Curious thinkers, decisive operators, and long-term partners. If you believe in progress built through execution, collaboration, and trust, you’ll fit right in.

We keep hierarchy light and ambition high, giving every team member the space to contribute, grow, and make a visible impact.

Our

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Benoît Lammens

benoit@arcola.eu

Former IK Partners and Barclays Investment Banking professional with in-depth investment experience across the industrials, business services and software sectors. Holds MSc in Aerospace engineering from Delft University of Technology.

Arthur Röell

arthur@arcola.eu

Former investment banking professional with a proven entrepreneurial spirit. Holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Amsterdam and possesses experience in private equity and investment banking across diverse fields.

Stijn Derksen

stijn@arcola.eu

Former strategy professional with hands-on experience in strategic planning, value creation and business transformation. Holds a MSc in Econometrics & Operations Research from the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

Nicky Franken

nicky@arcola.eu

Former Auxilium Capital and ING Investment Banking with in-depth investment experience across the industrials, food & agriculture and technology sectors. Holds MSc degrees in Financial Management and Digital Business & Innovation from VU University.

Erwin Meijer

erwin@arcola.eu

Finance Director with experience across private equity, corporate finance, fund management and investor relations. Brings a strong track record in financial management and reporting. Previously held roles at Marktlink Capital, Anthos Private Wealth Management and Kempen & Co. Holds a BSc in Business Economics from HAN University of Applied Sciences.