I am a business development manager in the musical instruments industry. Since September 2023, I hold this position with Musifacts Europe, a leading distributor of high end brands in musical instruments, amplification and accessories. During the 15 plus years of holding this position I have helped the companies I have worked for, to grow and thrive by building and maintaining a successful dealer network with a strong focus on pleasant and personal relationships. After obtaining a bachelors degree in hotel management at Hotelschool The Hague, my love for music (and guitars in particular) drove me into the music industry. Since 1999 I have been able to combine the love for music and the hospitality industry by working for Mojo as a host (or "backstage manager" if you will) at the North Sea Jazz Festival, an annual highlight for me. During my professional life I have been lucky enough to have always worked for leading companies and brands and proud to have been, and continue to be, a contributing factor to that success. When I am not working, I enjoy the good things in life such as fine dining, cooking, wine and spirits, music, woodworking and first and foremost my lovely wife and three children.