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Goodbye TM, Hello R: Why Trust, Not Code, Builds AI Companies
October 28, 2025
Tom
2 min read
ReplyFabric® is now officially a registered trademark — a small symbol with a big meaning. In AI, code can be copied, but trust, product clarity, and brand conviction can’t.
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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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