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David Devigne

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Investment Director Life Sciences at Korys
📍 Brussels Metropolitan Area, Belgium

David is the Investment Director for Life Sciences at Korys, where he manages venture capital investments. He combines a scientific background, with a PharmD from Ghent University, and a financial background, with a PhD in Entrepreneurial Finance, to guide biotech companies. He serves on the board of several innovative startups.

Outside of his primary role, David is a Guest Professor at Vlerick Business School and Ghent University, bridging academic theory with practical venture capital insights. He enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and two sons, and uses cycling to clear his head and recharge.

His PhD dissertation specifically studied the relationship between international venture capital investors and their portfolio companies in Europe.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Investment Director Life Sciences
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Brussels Metropolitan Area, Belgium
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Life Sciences Investing
Heads the life sciences venture capital franchise at Korys, managing both direct and fund investments to support companies addressing high unmet medical needs.
Biotech Board Governance
Actively serves as a board member for numerous portfolio companies, including Aphea. Bio, MRM Health, and Agendia, shaping their strategic direction.
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Career

Work history

12-2021
Investment Director Life Sciences
Korys
12-2021
Senior Investment Advisor OMX Europe Venture Fund
Korys
3-2014
Guest Professor
Vlerick Business School
1-2009 - 2-2014
Ph.D. Student
Vlerick Business School
2-2016
Guest Professor
Universiteit Gent
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Education
2009 - 2009
Corporate Governance
London Business School
2008 - 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Ghent University
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