Ties Carlier
About Ties Carlier
Ties Carlier is the CEO and co-founder of VANMOOF, a company focused on urban mobility, and has been a founding partner at Dutchband and Shifter Internetverlonen BV since 2002 and 2010, respectively. He holds an Engineer's Degree in Automotive Engineering and has previous experience as a wind-turbine engineer at Vestas.
Work at VanMoof
Ties Carlier serves as the CEO and Co-founder of VanMoof, a position he has held since 2009. Under his leadership, the company has focused on creating innovative urban mobility solutions, particularly through its electric bicycles. Carlier has been instrumental in promoting the VanMoof V model, which highlights the company's commitment to enhancing urban transportation. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and driving the company's vision in the competitive e-bike market.
Current Roles and Partnerships
In addition to his role at VanMoof, Ties Carlier is a Founding Partner at Dutchband, a position he has maintained since 2002. He also co-founded Shifter Internetverlonen BV in 2010, contributing to the development of internet solutions. These roles reflect his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Ties Carlier studied Automotive Engineering at Apeldoorns College, where he earned an Engineer's Degree from 1996 to 1999. His educational background is complemented by earlier studies at Staring College from 1992 to 1995. This academic foundation supports his expertise in engineering and product development, particularly in the automotive and mobility sectors.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before co-founding VanMoof, Ties Carlier worked as a Wind-turbine Engineer at Vestas from 2000 to 2002. This role provided him with valuable experience in renewable energy technologies and engineering practices, further enhancing his technical skills and understanding of sustainable solutions.