With headquarters in Brussels, BNP Paribas Fortis is a credit institution that is part of the BNP Paribas group. It is managed by a Board of Directors and is committed to meeting customer expectations through responsible and innovative banking practices. The bank has a long history in Belgium and is dedicated to supporting the economy and society through various initiatives such as its private foundation, sectoral policies, environmental commitments, diversity policy, cultural support, and sponsorship policy. BNP Paribas Fortis operates internationally in nearly 75 countries and has a focus on investing in startups in the healthcare and biotechnology industries.