Jean-François de Hertogh is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Open Collective
Europe Foundation, a pioneering platform that empowers communities and organizations to
transparently manage funding and resources. The foundation fosters collaboration by providing
tools for collective action, and supporting a diverse array of social, environmental, and cultural
initiatives across Europe and beyond.

With a strong background in European affairs and deep roots in the Brussels non-profit
ecosystem, Jean-François has been at the forefront of addressing social challenges in the
region. His career reflects a commitment to creating meaningful impact through advocacy,
community building, and strategic engagement in civic initiatives.

A passionate advocate for environmental sustainability, Jean-François is dedicated to tackling
global environmental challenges by supporting grassroots movements and policy innovation.
His work is driven by a vision for a more equitable, sustainable, and connected world.

Jean-François thrives at the intersection of collaboration, policy, and social good, working to
create platforms where people can unite for shared causes and make lasting change.