
Entrepreneurs Guiding Entrepreneurs
At Polaris Enterprises, we don’t just advise – we stand shoulder to shoulder with founders and executives. As seasoned entrepreneurs who have built, scaled, and exited businesses ourselves, we understand what it takes to grow and succeed. Whether you’re a startup, scaleup, SME, or family business, we offer hands-on support across strategy, investment, operations, and leadership.
From securing funding to expanding into new geographies, restructuring for sustainable growth, or preparing for an exit, we bring more than just expertise, we bring skin in the game. We can fill the role of an advisor, for sure, but we can also enter into partnerships, co-found businesses, and actively help navigate every stage of growth.
Our ideal customers are high-performing teams with great ideas. We are picky who we work with and lend our full support to.
Whether you’re preparing for your next funding round, entering into new markets, restructuring for sustainable growth, or planning your exit, we are by your side—guiding you to success.

How we help – our services

Growth & Scaling up
- Assess scaling readiness and identify growth bottlenecks
- Support expansion into European markets, strategically and operationally
- Review and optimize sales strategy and market development

Investment & Fundraising
- Assess fundraising strategy and investor readiness
- Guide investor pitch preparation and effective storytelling
- Guide Investment Teasers and Information Memorandi for fundraising
- Prepare and/or audit Dataroom
- Provide term sheet review and deal negotiation support

Business Setup & Expansion
- Business establishment and soft landing
- Expansion strategy for the Netherlands and/or Benelux
- Governance audit and (supervisory) board placement
- Interim management, CEO succession and leadership transitions

Leadership & Organization
- Executive coaching and leadership development
- Team alignment and culture transformation
- Key-hire assessments and talent development
- Mediation and conflict resolution

Financial Planning & Optimization
- Financial forecasting and validation
- Cash flow optimization and liquidity management
- Scenario planning and risk analysis
- Budgeting and performance-driven financial planning

Exit & Succession Planning
- Develop business sale and exit strategy
- Guide Investment Teasers and Information Memorandi for fundraising
- M&A negotiation support
- Facilitate post-deal transition and succession management
Why Polaris?
Entrepreneurs First
We’ve built, led,scaled & down-sized, and exited businesses: we know what it takes.
Insider Investment Perspective
As former investors, we know what they seek and how to deliver it.
Hands-On Execution
We don’t just advise: we work alongside entrepreneurs, bridging gaps in knowledge and capacity to turn plans into action.
Strategic Mediators
We align teams, help develop talent, resolve conflicts, and drive clarity in complex situations.
Proven Leadership
Each partner has extensive experience at the highest level.

Ready to Navigate What’s Next?
Let’s explore how we can guide your business to new horizons. Please provide your name, email address, and/or phone number, and we will reach out to you promptly. Alternatively, feel free to call us at the number listed below, or e-mail us.
Provide Your Contact Information
Get in touch with Polaris Enterprises
Contact us at: +31 30 207 2788
Email us at: getintouch(at)polaris.enterprises
Visit us at: WTC Utrecht
Meet the team – partners

Bojana Snijders-Nikodijevic
Growth & Transformation
Bojana brings over 20 years of experience in strategic leadership, organizational transformation, and innovation. She has guided both scaleups and corporates through complex change initiatives, helping them align their strategy with execution. Bojana’s expertise lies in unlocking organizational potential and building resilient, high-performing teams—especially in cross-cultural and international contexts.

Dennis Huizing
Strategy & Team performance
Dennis specializes in turning complex strategic challenges into clear, actionable roadmaps. With over 15 years in international business development, he works with scaleups and SMEs to accelerate growth and expand into new markets. Dennis excels at bridging the gap between vision and execution, ensuring strategy leads to tangible results.

Marcel de Boer
Bizdev & Business Architect
Marcel is a seasoned entrepreneur, mediator, and board advisor with more than 25 years of experience. He has accelerated, scaled, and successfully catapulted multiple companies, and today focuses on helping businesses navigate business development, M&A, and governance challenges. Marcel’s pragmatic, results-driven approach makes him an invaluable ally for leadership teams preparing for growth or exit.

Maurice E. Bakker
Strategy & Growth Navigator
Maurice is self-proclaimed “scale-up addict”. With 3 decades of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and strategic advisor, Maurice has helped numerous founders scale their businesses, attract investment, and expand internationally. Known for his sharp strategic insight and hands-on support, Maurice specializes in navigating high-growth companies through complex challenges—whether it’s fundraising, restructuring, or international expansion. His track record spans startups, scaleups, and family businesses across Europe, making him a trusted partner for leaders aiming to take their business to the next level.
Meet the team – advisors

Alexander Suma PhD
Deep Tech & Sustainable Innovation
Alexander is a seasoned deep tech entrepreneur and sustainability expert with over 20 years of experience in launching and scaling technology ventures. As the founder of multiple high-impact startups, Alexander brings a unique blend of technical expertise, visionary thinking, and practical execution. His career spans cutting-edge innovations in renewable energy, cleantech, and sustainable solutions—turning breakthrough technologies into scalable businesses. Alexander is known for his ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, secure investment, and drive ventures from ideation to market leadership. He’s a trusted advisor for deep tech founders and businesses focused on sustainability and impact. Alexander lives and works in Miami, and is one of Polaris’ scalability partners to the US and LATAM markets.

Khaldoun Shehadeh
Investments & Strategic Growth
Khaldoun is an accomplished investor, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor with over 20 years of experience in scaling businesses across multiple sectors, including technology, real estate, and finance. As a seasoned investor, Khaldoun brings a deep understanding of capital deployment, deal structuring, and value creation. His global perspective and hands-on leadership style make him a trusted partner for businesses navigating growth, investment rounds, and international expansion. Khaldoun’s strength lies in bridging strategic vision with operational execution—ensuring that businesses are not only investment-ready but also positioned for sustainable success. Khaldoun lives and works in Bangkok, and is one of Polaris’ deep domain knowledge partners for finance, investment, and expansion to West-Africa and Southeast Asia.

Cengiz Korkmaz
Strategy & International Expansion
Cengiz is an experienced entrepreneur, strategic advisor, and operations expert with over 20 years of leadership in scaling businesses across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. With a strong background in international business development and cross-border expansion, Cengiz specializes in helping companies enter new markets, optimize operations, and build scalable business models. His pragmatic, hands-on approach and deep understanding of diverse markets make him an invaluable partner for organizations aiming to grow internationally and navigate complex operational challenges. Cengiz lives and works in Istanbul, and is one of Polaris’ knowledge partners for the Web3 domain and for international expansion.

Floris Drupsteen
visual strategist
Floris is a renowned visual strategist and creative force, with over 25 years of experience in creating, building, and scaling brands for companies ranging from €5M to €500M in annual revenue.
Floris’s expertise extends to the psychological impact of visuals and storytelling, knowing that a well-crafted brand does more than attract attention – it fosters emotional connection and brand advocacy. By aligning visual identity with core company values and audience aspirations, he enables companies to command premium positioning, enhance customer acquisition, and strengthen lifetime value.
With a keen eye for market trends and consumer behavior, Floris bridges creativity with commercial impact, making him an indispensable partner for businesses aiming to scale, differentiate, and lead in competitive markets.