Sander van Maarschalkerweerd (NL)

When music supervisor Sander van Maarschalkerweerd founded Sizzer in 2005, he wanted to bridge the gap between explosive music talent and the finest in the ad industry. His drive has always been to bring music into the world that moves, surprises or inspires. Not corporate noise, but real music for real people. It’s safe to say he succeeded – under his leadership, Sizzer developed from its Amsterdam roots to an all-round music partner for creative agencies and brands like Adidas, G-Star and Heineken.

Sizzer is an independent music agency, helping brands tell powerful, authentic stories with music. Working closely with their clients and their curated global network of artists, they strategize, produce, find and license the best music – the kind that connects with audiences, moves people and contributes to culture.

Sander has been a leading voice in the industry with multiple jury memberships under his belt, including Cannes Lions, D&AD and LIA Awards. In an industry that’s changing rapidly, Sander is constantly evolving the company to make the most of what’s next, so brands can keep harnessing the power of music in the best possible way.