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        <h1>Hey, I'm Matthieu 👋</h1>
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            I'm an educator and program director for Tourism & Recreation Management and Business & Languages at VIVES University of Applied Sciences in Bruges, Belgium
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        <p>In my academic role, I head two studies—<a href="https://www.vives.be/toerisme">Tourism & Recreation Management</a> and <a href="https://www.vives.be/business-languages-brugge">Business & Languages</a>—at <a href="https://www.vives.be">VIVES University of Applied Sciences</a>, where I also teach courses like Management & Organisation, E-Business & Sales, Business Game, and Introduction to the Tourism and Recreational Sector. I am the promotor of the ICP Connect project <i>Beyond the Souvenir: a Multi-Regional Project for Authentic and Sustainable Hospitality Education</i> and was previously the coordinator of distance learning for 10 years.
        <p>Beyond academia, I’m an entrepreneur, pilot, musician, and tech enthusiast. I run <a href="https://advizr.be">Advizr</a>, a consultancy specializing in developing digital strategies for small companies, focused on optimizing their online presence and software solutions. Music is another passion—I play the clarinet in a Youth Band, where I also serve as a board member.</p>
        <p>When I’m not working or playing music, you’ll likely find me traveling (often with the camper), tinkering with programming projects, or planning my next adventure.</p> 
        <p>I thrive on exploring new ideas, taking on challenges, and inspiring others to reach their potential.</p>
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