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Yes! ReplyFabric Accepted for the LEAP Riyadh 2026 Startup Program
January 23, 2026
Tom
3 min read
ReplyFabric has been shortlisted for the LEAP 2026 Startup Program in Riyadh. A personal founder story about focus, preparation, and why this feels like another strong signal that we are building something real.
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Tom Vanderbauwhede is the founder & CEO of ReplyFabric, lecturer in AI at KdG University, and a seasoned entrepreneur with 25+ years of business experience. He holds master's degrees in Applied Economics, Business Administration (MBA), and Strategic Change Management & Leadership. Tom is passionate about building AI tools that reduce email overload and help teams focus on what matters.
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