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Wim Duchateau

Brussels

Summary

With over a decade of experience in financial advisory, cashflow management, and budgeting, I have worked extensively across infrastructure, energy, and public-private partnership (PPP) projects.

My background includes large-scale road infrastructure, social and educational facilities, and renewable energy initiatives such as wind farms, solar PV, battery storage, and EV chargers. I specialize in building dynamic and robust financial models that drive strategic decision-making. Whether evaluating the impact of a funding structure on a project's returns, conducting scenario analyses, or structuring deals for both private and public clients, my approach ensures that financial strategies are tailored to meet the needs of the project and stakeholders.

My expertise spans the complete lifecycle of a project—structuring, modeling, assessing feasibility, and financial viability. I leverage my experience to create pitches to lenders that convey the right message on growth potential, strategic positioning, risk management, and debt service capacity. Combining technical precision in financial modeling with strategic insights, I ensure projects not only succeed financially but also align with broader enterprise objectives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager – Project & Infrastructure Finance

BDO
10.2020 - Current
  • Lead financial advisory and project structuring for infrastructure and renewable energy projects (3 billion + asset value)
  • Worked on PPP projects, complex road infrastructure, educational facilities, and energy initiatives (5 billion + asset value)
  • Developed detailed financial models, conducted feasibility studies, and performed scenario analyses
  • Provided strategic guidance on funding structures, cashflow management, budgeting, and deal execution

Asset Manager

F&D Holding
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Managed real estate asset portfolios, overseeing financial performance and investment strategies
  • Conducted market and financial analyses to support investment decisions
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to maximize asset value through effective cashflow management and budgeting
  • Provided financial advisory services to enhance investment returns

Investment Advisor

KBC Bank & Verzekering
09.2015 - 08.2017
  • Advised clients on investment opportunities and financial products
  • Created customized investment plans aligned with clients' risk profiles and financial goals
  • Built strong client relationships through tailored advice and consistent follow-up
  • Assisted clients with cashflow management and budgeting to optimize their financial portfolios

Management Trainee

ABN AMRO Private Banking Belgium
10.2013 - 06.2015
  • Completed a comprehensive management training program in private banking
  • Gained experience in wealth management, financial advisory, and client relations
  • Supported senior management in building relationships with high-net-worth clients
  • Developed skills in cashflow management and budgeting for private banking clients

Risk Underwriter

AIG
08.2011 - 09.2013
  • Evaluated risks and underwrote policies to maintain balanced exposure for clients and the company
  • Analyzed financial information and trends for informed underwriting decisions
  • Engaged with clients to tailor coverage and manage relationships effectively
  • Involved in budgeting and cashflow management for underwriting portfolios

Education

Postgraduate - Real Estate

Katholieke Univerisiteit Leuven
Leuven
01-2021

Master of Science - Commercial Engineering (Handelsingenieur)

Universiteit Hasselt
Hasselt
06-2011

Skills

  • Financial Modelling (F1F9 standard)
  • Financial Advisory
  • Cashflow Management
  • Debt Funding and Finance Structuring
  • Business planning and forecasting
  • Excel - advanced
  • VBA - advanced
  • Power Query & Power Pivot - intermediate
  • MATLAB - basic

Additional Information


IMEC - Financial modeling for the EU Chips Act
Reference: Filip Merckx, CFO
Contact: +32 495 58 30 93


Matexi & BNP Paribas - Financial modeling and investment fund setup
Reference: Erik Neven, General Manager HappyNest
Contact: +32 493 24 73 14


Federal Agency of Nuclear Control - Budgeting for the Belgian nuclear shutdown
Reference: Nicolas van Mele, CFO
Contact: +32 497 45 75 72


Mobiliteit en Openbare Werken Vlaanderen & Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer (MOW & AWV) - PPP Advisory


TINC - Net Asset Valuation & Model Audit


PMV Group - Net Asset Valuation & Investment Analysis

Timeline

Senior Manager – Project & Infrastructure Finance

BDO
10.2020 - Current

Asset Manager

F&D Holding
09.2017 - 07.2020

Investment Advisor

KBC Bank & Verzekering
09.2015 - 08.2017

Management Trainee

ABN AMRO Private Banking Belgium
10.2013 - 06.2015

Risk Underwriter

AIG
08.2011 - 09.2013

Postgraduate - Real Estate

Katholieke Univerisiteit Leuven

Master of Science - Commercial Engineering (Handelsingenieur)

Universiteit Hasselt
Wim Duchateau