Wim Wuyts

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ABOUT WIM WUYTS

Wim Wuyts is a visionary global executive whose journey spans continents and industries, driven by a deep commitment to shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future. As CEO and Managing Director, Wim led WTS Global from 2017 till June 2025, one of the world\'s foremost international tax advisory alliances, operating in over 100 countries. Since October 1 2025, Wim is architecting with proud the international development at Tiberghien (BE/LUX) and Svalner Atlas Group (NL/Nordic), building the powerhouse for complex international tax advisory and financial transactional work, including valuations.His leadership is defined not just by strategic excellence, but by a relentless pursuit of community building and purpose. Wim has a journey of co-leading major transformation programs across industries and geographies, including over 50 cross-continental M&A deals. His hallmark has been driving structural change, international expansion, and organizational renewal in complex, multinational environments. Key Transformation Projects include:Baxter: the implementation of a European Centralized Business Model, consolidating all headquarters functions in Zurich. This long-term program reshaped Baxter’s European operations into a unified, efficient principal operational model.Agfa-Gevaert: the strategic split of the group into three entities, preparing the organization for divestment.Bekaert: the Fit for Growth program, a companywide transformation initiative.WTS Global: Transformed a German-centric alliance into a truly international network, expanding coverage to 100 countries and building a diverse, non-German executive global leadership team. This repositioned WTS Global as a leading international tax and consulting alliance. Current Transformation Focus: Wim is now reimagining the international tax/legal service world amid the private equity and AI-driven transformational wave. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Global Thought tax Leaders in 2023, Wim has built a reputation as a trusted voice in navigating complexity and unlocking growth. A passionate educator and mentor, Wim continues to inspire the next generation of leaders, encouraging them to step into the arena with curiosity, courage, and kindness.Wim is an independent board member and sought‑after keynote speaker on leadership. He previously directed the prestigious International General Management Program in Fontainebleau (CEDEP), where he guided executives from around the world in developing strategic vision and management skills. and paying it forward at the Wintercircus in Gent