Dirk-jan Seret

The Manufacturing Global Lead within Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is responsible for leading, connecting, and empowering manufacturing-focused members across the global EO network. This role serves as the central catalyst for knowledge exchange, strategic collaboration, and industry innovation within the manufacturing sector. The Global Lead drives initiatives that: - Foster peer-to-peer learning among manufacturing entrepreneurs - Curate high-impact events, roundtables, and plant visits worldwide - Share best practices in operations, supply chain, automation, and scaling - Connect members with global experts, partners, and opportunities - Identify trends in advanced manufacturing, AI integration, sustainability, and Industry 4.0 Acting as a strategic bridge between chapters, industries, and regions, the Manufacturing Global Lead ensures that EO manufacturing members gain practical insights, global perspective, and meaningful relationships that accelerate business growth. This position combines industry expertise, global leadership, and entrepreneurial vision to strengthen EO’s manufacturing community and elevate its impact worldwide.

Dufast is based in Dubai since 2008 and distributes a wide range of mainly European branded building fasteners. Being not committed to one particular brand we’re always able to independently source the right fasteners with the right price & lead time in order to maximize the added value for our customers. By consulting, servicing and training our clients in combination with offering the supportive accessories for the job, Dufast strives to be your ideal integrated partner.

Holds Chair for New Memberships

General trading company, based in United Arab Emirates. Active in trade of perfumes, cosmetics and accessories.

Marketing and distribution of medical supplies within the Middle East and East Africa.