Max De Brouwer
About Max De Brouwer
Max De Brouwer serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance & Accounting at Instil Bio, bringing over 25 years of experience in finance and management across various industries. He has held significant roles at companies such as Grifols and CarsDirect.com, and he is also a board member at Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles.
Work at Instil Bio
Max De Brouwer has been serving as the Senior Vice President of Finance & Accounting at Instil Bio since 2021. In this role, he oversees financial operations and strategic financial planning for the company. His leadership contributes to the financial health and operational efficiency of Instil Bio, a company focused on innovative therapies in the biotech sector.
Previous Experience at Grifols
Prior to his current position, Max De Brouwer worked at Grifols as Vice President of Finance from 2007 to 2021. During his 14-year tenure, he was responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations, playing a crucial role in the company's financial management within the biotech industry.
Career Background in Finance
Max De Brouwer has a diverse background in finance, having held various positions in multiple industries. He worked as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at CarsDirect.com for one year and served as World Wide Assistant Controller at Vivendi Universal Games from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, he was an Assistant Controller at Digital Insight from 2002 to 2004, showcasing his extensive experience in financial management.
Education and Expertise
Max De Brouwer holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Southern California, obtained between 1989 and 1992. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from UCLA Anderson School of Management from 1997 to 1999. He is a certified public accountant (CPA) and specializes in areas such as due diligence, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and financial planning and analysis.
Board Memberships
In addition to his professional roles, Max De Brouwer has served as a board member for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles since 2017, contributing to the organization's mission. He was also a board member at MedKeeper, a Grifols Company, from 2018 to 2021, further demonstrating his commitment to governance and community service.