About us
We are Lileo
An adventure inspired by mothers. Once upon a time, there was an adventure that would change the lives of many mothers.
It all began in July 2020, when Jérôme, our founder, embarked on an unexpected journey. Alongside his wife, he discovered the challenges and obstacles that mothers face when using a breast pump. The adventure didn’t stop there. Jérôme then went on to interview 80 other mums, each sharing her own journey, made up of difficulties and moments of courage when faced with equipment that didn’t meet their needs.
This led to the idea of creating a new breast pump. But as with any great adventure, having an idea is only the beginning of the journey. To turn the vision into reality, we had to assemble a team of talented engineers ready to take on the challenge. Together, they went through many stages, carrying out more than 160 tests, exploring every nook and cranny, from the shape of the cup to the efficiency of the buttons, to ease of cleaning and assembly. Each element was refined and improved, until the perfect breast pump took shape.
After a long and rigorous journey, Lileo was born. Like an explorer discovering new territory, this breast pump reinvents the breastfeeding experience. As efficient as a hospital model, but with the portability of a travel companion, Lileo is designed to accompany mums through their daily lives, giving them the freedom and peace of mind they need to continue their own maternal adventure.
But our story doesn’t end there. This is just the beginning of a saga that we’re writing together. By listening to your feedback and responding to your needs, we continue to innovate, so that every mother feels supported and confident in her breastfeeding journey.
Thank you for choosing Lileo and for being part of our adventure. Thanks to you, we can continue to grow, explore new horizons and create solutions that transform the lives of mothers and ensure the well-being of babies. Together, let’s write the next chapter in this wonderful story. Join us, and let’s be part of this extraordinary adventure together.
Jerome
Management, finance and strategy
He is the father of two boys, enjoys playing with them, doing sport and reading comics when he has the time.
In 2020, he left his job just after his paternity leave to launch Lileo. It was seeing his wife expressing milk that inspired him to embark on the crazy adventure of creating a breast pump.
At Lileo, he oversees finance, product development and day-to-day operations.
Feel free to contact him if you’re curious: jerome@lileo.com
You can talk to him about his trips to Japan or his love of video games.
Anastasia
Community, branding and customer success
When Jerome explained to her the idea of making a new breast pump, she was immediately enthusiastic about the problem to be solved.
Have you ever seen a woman expressing milk? No ? It’s proof that, once again, women have been rendered invisible and relegated to the background. And that’s not right. She is embarking on her adventure in October 2020.
You may already have been in contact with her, she’s overseeing sales, contacts with mums, product design and brand development.
Don’t hesitate to contact her if you’re curious: anastasia@lileo.com
You can talk to her about her list of Brussels restaurants or her love of books.
Mattias
Engineering and product development
Mattias has a background in mechanical engineering from KULeuven. Before joining the team, he spent a decade honing his skills at Toyota, where he developed a keen eye for precision and innovation.
In his free time, Mattias enjoys staying active through kitesurfing, running, and hiking. His love for adventure often takes him to the mountains, and he makes it a point to visit Japan once a year—a place close to his heart, as it’s where he met the mother of his daughter.
At Lileo, Mattias is at the helm of engineering and product development, bringing his passion for cutting-edge technology to the design and functionality of our breast pumps.
Feel free to reach out if you’re curious: mattias@lileo.com
You can chat with him about his favorite hiking trails, kitesurfing tips, or his experiences in Japan.
