Steven Smit

Steven joined Vertiq in the summer of 2022. Steven brings a wealth of experience in both the real estate and hospitality industry to the team. As Director or Investments and Asset Management, Steven oversees Vertiq’s existing portfolio of assets and assumes responsibilities for the origination and execution of Vertiq’s investment strategy.

Prior to joining Vertiq, Steven successfully built and managed a PE-funded Aparthotel company, doubling its portfolio in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Spain. Steven also gained valuable deal experience in M&A at Deloitte Corporate Finance and built the Dutch hotel advisory platform at Colliers Hotels.

His academic credentials include a master’s degree in real estate from the Amsterdam School of Real Estate, an MBA from Hult International Business School, and a master’s degree in finance from RSM Erasmus University.