Stefan Dierckx started his career at IBM in 1996 and soon moved to Capco, where he specialized in capital markets and banking transformation. In 2006, he founded Projective Group, a consultancy dedicated to high-end change and innovation across the financial services sector. With offices across Europe, the firm specializes in data, payments, risk & compliance, transformation, pensions, and talent solutions.

Under Stefan’s leadership, Projective Group has grown through strategic acquisitions, including Charco & Dique, Finance Club, DTSQUARED, Exellys, Enigma, Mastermind, GDFM, and Thede Consulting. The firm's core values, pragmatism, entrepreneurship, and selflessness, drive its mission to deliver lasting transformations within financial services. 

Stefan is also active in fintech investment. He co-founded Smartfin Capital in 2014 to support growth-stage ventures and followed by Smartfin Ventures to target early-stage investments in the ‘tech for fin’ space. In 2015, he and Jurgen Ingels launched The Glue, a software company helping financial institutions implement digital strategies. 

Beyond business, Stefan champions sustainability and social impact, with Projective Group engaging in pro bono projects, volunteer programs, and initiatives to reduce emissions and promote responsible business practices. His people-first approach keeps the team at the heart of Projective Group’s continued success.