Thomas Bunnik
Thomas Bunnik (born c. 1983) is a Dutch entrepreneur and technology executive. He is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Whoppah, an online marketplace for second-hand designer furniture, art and interior items. Bunnik previously founded the digital-wealth-management company Pritle, which was acquired by BinckBank in 2017.[1]
Early life and education
Public details of Bunnik’s early education are limited. He lives in Amsterdam, Netherlands. His professional background indicates an early focus on finance, investment and entrepreneurship.[1]
Career
ABN AMRO Bank (2006–2013)
Bunnik began his career at ABN AMRO Bank in 2006, holding roles in investment advisory and product management. He worked at the bank for about eight years, gaining experience in fund management and private-banking services before leaving to pursue an entrepreneurial venture.[1]
Pritle (2013–2017)
In 2013 Bunnik founded Pritle, an automated digital-wealth-management platform offering low-cost index-based investing. The company launched publicly in 2015 and operated in several European markets. On 3 April 2017, BinckBank announced the acquisition of Pritle for approximately €12.5 million in cash and shares.[2][not in citation given][3][not in citation given]
Whoppah (2019–present)
On 21 May 2019 Bunnik and his wife, Evelien Bunnik-Remmelts, founded Whoppah in Utrecht, later relocating headquarters to Amsterdam. The company operates an online marketplace for pre-owned designer furniture and art. Under his leadership, Whoppah has expanded operations across Europe and pursued strategic acquisitions, including the French platform Design Market in 2024 and the Dutch platform Showroommodellen in 2025.[4][5][not in citation given]
Awards and recognition
Bunnik has been recognized in the Dutch technology and entrepreneurship sectors:
- 2022 – Named “Meest innovatieve leider van Nederland” (Most Innovative Leader of the Netherlands) by Emerce.[6]
- 2022 – Winner, KPMG Emerging Giants Award (Netherlands).
- 2023 – Nominee, EY Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year.
Public commentary
Bunnik has written and spoken publicly about entrepreneurship, digital transformation and sustainable consumption. In articles and interviews he has discussed lessons from founding Pritle and Whoppah, emphasizing clarity of mission, team culture and long-term strategic focus.[6]
Personal life
Bunnik is married to Evelien Bunnik-Remmelts, co-founder of Whoppah. They live in Amsterdam and have children.[6]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Alleen met creatieve destructie komt de financiële sector écht verder". Banken.nl. 9 May 2016. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- ↑ "Former ABN AMRO advisor launches fintech startup Pritle". Silicon Canals. 2015. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- ↑ "BinckBank acquires Pritle Holding BV". BinckBank. 3 April 2017. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- ↑ "Whoppah zet stap naar Frankrijk met overname Design Market". RetailTrends. 30 September 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- ↑ "Whoppah neemt Showroommodellen over". Emerce. 16 October 2025. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Thomas Bunnik van Whoppah meest innovatieve leider van Nederland". Emerce. 2022. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
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