Herman Daems

Herman Daems holds the academic rank of Visiting Professor, having taught at Harvard Business School (1987–1990) and held visiting faculty roles at UCLA, UC Davis, IESE Barcelona, and University of Groningen. He earned a PhD in Economics (1975) and degrees in Theoretical Physics (1968) and Economics (1972) from KU Leuven. His expertise spans business management and administration, with notable roles including Director of the Leuven MBA program (1991–1994) and leadership positions across corporate and governmental sectors.

• Key appointments: Chairman of KU Leuven Board (2012–present), BNP Paribas Fortis committees (2009–present), and Chairman of BARCO/GIMV (1999–2011)
• Public service: Directed the Flemish Minister's Economics Cabinet (1995–98) and led post-Ford Genk industrial redevelopment planning (2012)

Research interests focus on strategic business management, corporate governance, and economic policy. Awards include Belgian nobility distinction (2014), VMA Leadership Prize (2009), and FEB Triennial Prize (1999).

Advisory contributions include master planning for Limburg's industrial infrastructure and governance roles across finance, venture capital, and technology sectors. Active in academia through executive education programs and cross-institutional faculty collaborations.