Description

Senior cultural project developer and event producer with over 20 years of experience leading international cultural initiatives, festivals, and creative productions across Amsterdam, Paris, Cannes, and Ibiza.

Founder of United Cultures Foundation an international cultural organization with operations spanning multiple countries. I have built and managed a digital portal of 35 websites integrated with AI tools, demonstrating my hands-on approach to combining traditional project management with modern technology.

My expertise covers the full project lifecycle: from initial concept and stakeholder engagement, through sponsor acquisition and partnership development, to operational execution and impact measurement. I have worked with major organizations including Endemol Productions and have produced events at the Cannes Film Festival.

What I bring to your project:

- Strategic project planning and execution

- Cross-cultural communication (Dutch, English, Arabic, German)

- Sponsor and stakeholder management

- Cultural programming and creative direction

- Social enterprise consulting and development

I work remotely from anywhere in the world, with strong digital tools and reliable communication. Available for both short-term assignments and long-term partnerships in the cultural, social impact, and non-profit sectors.

Let's discuss how I can contribute to your project.

Languages

Dutch
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Arabic
Conversational
German
Basic

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Stichting United Cultures
founder
CULTURE
January 2014 - Today (12 years and 5 months)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded United Cultures Foundation and established operational presence across multiple countries. Built and manage a digital portal of 35 interconnected websites, integrated with AI tools to support visitors, partners, and external stakeholders. Lead strategy, partnerships, and operations across the foundation's international cultural mission.
Project Management Strategic planning Cultural Programming Digital Strategy Stakeholder Management
Stichting Blije Buren en Heart 4 You
Project Developer
CULTURE
January 2012 - January 2014 (2 years)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Designed and facilitated end-to-end solutions for social enterprises Stichting Blije Buren and Heart 4 You in Amsterdam. Built functionality for art sales platforms, event planning systems, information services, and candidate/visitor registration. Pro bono engagement supporting community impact initiatives.
Event Management Strategic planning Project Management CrossCultural Communication AI Automation
Eurocontacts en Hall 1
Projectleider en Club promotor
ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
January 2003 - January 2012 (9 years)
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Conceived, produced, and led festivals and cultural events in Amsterdam and Paris through an innovative concept platform integrating film, theater, dance, visual arts, music, and fashion. Designed events showcasing artists from the new Europe and coordinated with film directors to launch new releases through the platform.

Full operational responsibility: artist booking (Enigma and other international acts), sponsor acquisition, contract negotiation with artists, venues and sponsors, set and production design, multi-channel publicity (TV, radio, print), promotional materials, sound and lighting control, and complete artist logistics including transport and accommodations. Pitched the integrated Eurocontacts concept to investors and collaborated with the fashion industry on visual identity.
Event Production Artist Management Sponsor Relations Brand Development International Operations