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Hi, I'm Tom Roelants, a Masters student in Entrepreneurship & Innovation with a dual background in Law and Economics. Alongside my entrepreneurial projects, I gained substantial experience as a legal advisor, providing guidance to minors and collaborating with institutions on policy and education. I founded a freelance culinary business with 30+ satisfied clients and led a real estate project, bringing hands-on experience in venture creation, project management, and negotiation. I excel at building business plans, coordinating vendors, and navigating regulatory frameworks, thriving in fast-paced environments where innovation and execution meet. My studies and international experiences have given me a global perspective and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into tangible ventures.…Hi, I'm Tom Roelants, a Masters student in Entrepreneurship & Innovation with a dual background in Law and Economics. Alongside my entrepreneurial projects, I gained substantial experience as a legal advisor, providing guidance to minors and collaborating with institutions on policy and education. I founded a freelance culinary business with 30+ satisfied clients and led a real estate project, bringing hands-on experience in venture creation, project management, and negotiation. I excel at building business plans, coordinating vendors, and navigating regulatory frameworks, thriving in fast-paced environments where innovation and execution meet. My studies and international experiences have given me a global perspective and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into tangible ventures.

Tom Roelants

Designer, Graphic Designer, Product Designer, +2

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Hi, I'm Tom Roelants, a Masters student in Entrepreneurship & Innovation with a dual background in Law and Economics. Alongside my entrepreneurial projects, I gained substantial experience as a legal advisor, providing guidance to minors and collaborating with institutions on policy and education. I founded a freelance culinary business with 30+ satisfied clients and led a real estate project, bringing hands-on experience in venture creation, project management, and negotiation. I excel at building business plans, coordinating vendors, and navigating regulatory frameworks, thriving in fast-paced environments where innovation and execution meet. My studies and international experiences have given me a global perspective and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into tangible ventures.…Hi, I'm Tom Roelants, a Masters student in Entrepreneurship & Innovation with a dual background in Law and Economics. Alongside my entrepreneurial projects, I gained substantial experience as a legal advisor, providing guidance to minors and collaborating with institutions on policy and education. I founded a freelance culinary business with 30+ satisfied clients and led a real estate project, bringing hands-on experience in venture creation, project management, and negotiation. I excel at building business plans, coordinating vendors, and navigating regulatory frameworks, thriving in fast-paced environments where innovation and execution meet. My studies and international experiences have given me a global perspective and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into tangible ventures.

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Hi, I’m Tom Roelants, a Masters student in Entrepreneurship & Innovation with a dual background in Law and Economics. Alongside my entrepreneurial projects, I gained substantial experience as a legal advisor, providing guidance to minors and collaborating with institutions on policy and education. I founded a freelance culinary business with 30+ satisfied clients and led a real estate project, bringing hands-on experience in venture creation, project management, and negotiation.

I excel at building business plans, coordinating vendors, and navigating regulatory frameworks, thriving in fast-paced environments where innovation and execution meet. My studies and international experiences have given me a global perspective and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into tangible ventures.

Skills

HTML5

Experience Level

Intermediate

HTML5

Intermediate

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

Fluent

German

Advanced

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

French

Beginner

Work Experience

Legal Advisor at Kinder- en Jongerenrechtswinkel

March 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024

Provided legal guidance to over 100 juveniles on custody battles, abuse, and visitation rights; delivered legal education sessions to youth care institutions (De Hunnerberg, Lindenhout), secondary schools, and university programs; drafted legal letters and formal objections, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and procedural accuracy; held an internal policy role contributing to organizational development and service delivery improvements; participated in the audit committee, supporting financial oversight and governance; acted as a trusted point of contact for legal inquiries, advocating the rights and well-being of individuals aged 12 to 23.

Culinary Operations & Freelance Business at Roelants Kookt

April 1, 2019 - September 1, 2025

Built a strong culinary foundation across multiple restaurants, progressing from apprentice to cook and eventually taking on chef responsibilities; delivered freelance culinary services for restaurants, hotels, private events, and catering; collaborated with chefs and restaurant owners, adapting quickly to new work flows and expectations while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation; led kitchen teams during freelance assignments, overseeing workflow, task delegation, and quality control to ensure smooth, efficient service in high-pressure, high-volume operations.

Retail Associate at Albert Heijn (Ahold Delhaize) & Jumbo

May 1, 2018 - October 1, 2020

Maintained inventory accuracy, restocked shelves, and ensured product display standards; assisted customers, strengthening communication and service capabilities; transitioned into grocery delivery operations, managing order picking, packing, and on-time delivery; operated effectively in a fast-paced environment, coordinating logistics and handling diverse customer interactions.