Bert Hofhuis: Entrepreneur & Founder

Bert Hofhuis is a distinguished expert with over two decades of experience in the industry. Leveraging his deep understanding of financial markets and retirement planning, Bert has dedicated his career to creating a platform that clarifies and demystifies later life finance topics.

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“We make finance simple — so you can plan your future with confidence.”

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Bert Hofhuis

Bert Hofhuis is a founder & entrepreneur simplifying the complexities of higher education. Through UniversityBusiness, he breaks down the intricacies of university systems, making it easier for students, parents, and educators to navigate the academic landscape with confidence.

Bert Hofhuis is a distinguished figure in the industry, boasting an impressive career. Bert has channeled his extensive knowledge and experience into creating a platform that empowers learning, wherever you are in the journey.

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Bert’s Experience

Throughout his extensive professional journey, Bert has amassed a wealth of experience collaborating with multinational corporations and governmental entities. His expertise spans across diverse financial and logistical endeavors, with a notable focus on projects spanning the continents of Africa, Europe, and Asia.

Most notably he was recognised for his contributions to:

TMEA Logistics Innovation for Trade Fund (LIFT) as an business and finance expert for Nathan Inc in Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda and Tanzania (on behalf of UK DFID).
Grindrod Logistics as a financing and asset audit specialist in Southern Africa.
GIZ as Team Leader with specialist business financial acumen, tasked with developing a Fleet Management System and Asset Management Policy for the Government of Malawi (on behalf of the German Government).
The Samsun Logistics Centre (SLC) funded by the EU in Samsun Turkey as a business financial planning expert (on behalf of the EU).
The establishment of CFS facilities for Damco, Djibouti (on behalf of the AP Moller Maersk Group) as both a financial and logistics executive.
A project initiated by the Investment Board of Nepal as a financial feasibility specialist (on behalf of UK DFID)

Over the past decade, Bert has transitioned his focus to personal finance within the realm of the UK university business. This shift prompted him to establish a platform aimed at simplifying intricate financial concepts for individuals from all walks of life. Leveraging his extensive background in corporate finance, Bert identified a need for improved personal financial literacy and took action.

Under Bert’s guidance, the UniversityBusiness Financial Education platform is dedicated to offering clear, accessible information. Its objective is to equip readers with the knowledge they need to make informed financial choices, whether they’re contemplating retirement or navigating various stages of their financial journey.

Bert and his team of financial professionals are dedicated to providing content that prioritizes integrity and addresses the specific concerns of individuals within the university business community. Through their efforts, they aim to demystify the complexities of financial planning for students, faculty, and staff alike.

Testimonials

“I have known Bert for over 40 years and have always been impressed by his professionalism and integrity in his business dealings.”

“Bert has a professional and a solutions driven approach to managing and facilitating projects, and an open and engaging leadership style.”

“Bert elevated the operational capability, setting performance management strategy and best practice sharing across the entire Sub-Saharan Africa.”

Bert’s Vision for UniversityBusiness

At UniversityBusiness, we prioritize the precision and dependability of our content.

Our dedicated team of financial experts meticulously reviews each article to uphold standards of compliance and relevance.

This ensures that we deliver unbiased and valuable information to our audience.

Mission & VIsion

At UniversityBusiness, a pivotal component of our commitment lies within the Financial Review Board.

This Board forms the core of our dedication to providing clear, reliable, and comprehensive financial information tailored to our institution’s needs.

Comprised of a diverse group of financial experts, the Board ensures that every piece of information we disseminate upholds the highest standards of accuracy and relevance.

Explore further insights into our guiding principles, mission, and values on our About Us page.

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