Benjamin Stévens
About Benjamin Stévens
Benjamin Stévens serves as the Digital & IoT Director EMEA at Fluidra, where he has worked since 2021. With over seven years of experience in the IoT and digital sector, he previously held roles at the University of Liège and Fluidra, including founding Riiot Labs, a leader in smart water analysis.
Current Role at Fluidra
Benjamin Stévens serves as the Digital & IoT Director EMEA at Fluidra since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving digital transformation and IoT innovation across the EMEA region. He leverages his extensive experience in project management, machine learning, and data engineering to enhance Fluidra's digital offerings. His current position is based in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain.
Previous Experience at Fluidra
Prior to his current role, Benjamin Stévens held the position of CEO of Riiot Labs Fluidra from 2017 to 2020. During this time, he successfully integrated Riiot Labs into Fluidra following its acquisition. He also served as IoT Director EMEA from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on overseeing the development and implementation of IoT platforms for Fluidra's products in the EMEA markets.
Career Background
Benjamin Stévens began his career as a Software Developer at PEPITe from 2007 to 2008. He then worked at the University of Liège as a Business Developer & Software Architect from 2010 to 2014. His work in these roles contributed to his foundational knowledge in software development and business strategy, which he later applied in the IoT sector.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Stévens earned a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Liège, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at HEC - Liège Executive School, completing a program in Entrepreneurship from 2012 to 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in the digital and IoT domains, where he has over 7 years of experience.
Founding Riiot Labs
Benjamin Stévens founded Riiot Labs, which launched the first smart water analyzer for swimming pools. Under his leadership, Riiot Labs became a market leader in this sector before its acquisition by Fluidra. This initiative highlights his capability in innovation and product development within the IoT space.