Experience

Kara-Tunga Foundation

• Uganda
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  Kara-Tunga Foundation (KTF) is an Ugandan not-for-profit organisation which aims at fostering peace, prosperity and conservation through eco-tourism development in the countries northeastern Karamoja sub-region. KTF is an Kara-Tunga initiative to develop, manage, monitor and operate all the companies community development related activities. KTF is funded by a conservation levy when staying at our eco-camps, community development fees part of excursions, donors and well wishers. KTF partners with organised community groups to support programs focusing on education, conservation and livelihoods. Show less



The Karamoja Tourism Skills Development Coordination Platform (KTSDP)

• Uganda

• Chairperson

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  The purpose of the The Karamoja Tourism Skills Development Coordination Platform (KTSDP) is to strengthen coordination, promotion, and preservation of tourism ecosystem services relevant for job skills creation while ensuring continuous benefits to locals and economies. The initiative is spearheaded by Support to the Implementation of Skilling Uganda (SSU) implemented by the Belgian Development Agency (Enabel) Uganda, District Local government authorities and Kara-Tunga Arts & Tours (Kara-Tunga) – Karamoja regional tourism promotion and development enterprise that aims at strengthening community resilience, protecting nature & preserving cultural. The structure plays coordination and governance roles in line with Uganda national tourism policy. Show less



Kara-Tunga Tours

• Uganda
• Travel Arrangements
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Feb 2016 - Present

  We are dedicated to change the outdated image of Karamoja (northeastern region of Uganda) and preserve the ancestral cultural heritage of the Karimojong through sustainable community tourism and arts. We beleive that through honest partnerships with the local communities, we’re able to build a sustainable relationship that results in positive development of peoples livelihoods. We listen to the challenges they have like; preservation of cultural heritage, food insecurity, lack of healthcare, youth unemployment. Therefore we endorse local artists and support the production of indigenous arts and crafts by providing them with an outlet. We educate them about tourism and hospitality for a better experience for both parties. And we lobby for the remote and often unreachable communities in order to involve them in livelihoods enhancing programs of (non-)governmental organizations. Show less



Matany Girl's Vocational School

• Uganda
• Primary and Secondary Education

• Volunteer

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Matany Girls Vocational School aims to offer quality and relevant skills training programs to vulnerable girls and out of school youth in the Karamoja sub-region, Northeastern Uganda. The school is close to my heart as It's founded by my mother and established within our home community. I volunteer as marketeer by creating media content for the school an Its partners and manage the organisation website and social media channels. Learn more at www.matanygirls.com Matany Girls Vocational School aims to offer quality and relevant skills training programs to vulnerable girls and out of school youth in the Karamoja sub-region, Northeastern Uganda. The school is close to my heart as It's founded by my mother and established within our home community. I volunteer as marketeer by creating media content for the school an Its partners and manage the organisation website and social media channels. Learn more at www.matanygirls.com



Warrior Nomad Trail

• Uganda
• Travel Arrangements

• Founding Director

  • Jan 2019 - Present

  The cross-border destination for an authentic cultural experience & untamed outdoor adventure in less travelled East-Africa. The Warrior Nomad Trail is a community tourism initiative of Ugandan tour operator Kara-Tunga, aimed at preservation of cultural heritage, fostering a peaceful coexistence and conservation of biodiversity by creating economical opportunities among neighbouring tribes of Uganda, South-Sudan, Kenya and Ethiopia. The cross-border destination for an authentic cultural experience & untamed outdoor adventure in less travelled East-Africa. The Warrior Nomad Trail is a community tourism initiative of Ugandan tour operator Kara-Tunga, aimed at preservation of cultural heritage, fostering a peaceful coexistence and conservation of biodiversity by creating economical opportunities among neighbouring tribes of Uganda, South-Sudan, Kenya and Ethiopia.



Kara-Tunga Camps

• Uganda
• Hospitality

• Director

  • Jun 2016 - Present

  The Karamoja Safari Camp: Tented accommodation in Moroto is located in the beating heart of the Karamoja region at the slopes of Mount Moroto (3085m). A central location that serves perfectly as base for your adventure through northeast Uganda (4hrs from Sipi Falls – 5hrs from Kidepo Valley National Park). The camp design is a blend of traditional customs and local materials with a modern touch. A unique experience of heritage, comfort and hospitality during a safari through Uganda’s untouched northeast. Show less



Karamoja Tourism Academy

• Uganda
• Hospitality

• Director

  • Sep 2019 - Present

  Karamoja Tourism Academy is a vocational training institute founded to build a community-lead hospitality and tourism sector in Karamoja sub-region in Northeastern Uganda through skilling. With the growth currently experienced in Karamoja’s tourism industry, the demand for qualified and experienced tour guides and hospitality staff is on the increase. The reality is that the industry is growing faster than the amount of trained and certified indigenous people. Our development programme aims at bridging this gap by training learners in the relevant skills as well as creating the opportunity to gain the necessary experience to enter the market as a qualified tour guide and hospitality staff. Show less



Tour of Karamoja, Bike Challenge

• Uganda
• Spectator Sports

• Co-Founder amd Team Leader

  • Oct 2017 - Present

  The Tour of Karamoja is Uganda’s annual wilderness bike tradition in the countries Northeastern Karamojaland. The event aims at creating opportunities through tourism and fundraising for education of the girl child. The trail takes you through Uganda's most untamed landscapes of Karamojaland, located in the countries far Northeastern corner, bordering Kenya and South Sudan. Expect a week of rich cultural encounters, dramatic scenery and Africa’s finest wildlife. The wilderness bicycle tour begins on the lower savannah plains in Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve and takes you over the rolling hills and mountain slopes around around Mount Kadam, Mount Moroto and Mount Morungole into Kidepo Valley National Park. The multiple stages will be varied and will challenge your fitness, technical ability and your bike. The event is a tribute to Its co-founders, the late professional cyclist and Tour de France commentator Paul Sherwen and the late founder of the global grassroots Bicycles for Humanity movement that brought 300,000 bicycles to Africa Pat Montani. Ride alone – Go fast Ride together – Go far Show less



The Student Hotel (now The Social Hub)

• Netherlands
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Partnerships Coordinator BedTalks, Product Manager F&B

  • Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

  The Student Hotel is where the needs of the demanding 21st century student and the design-savvy traveller of today meet in dynamic harmony. By fusing luxury, long-stay student accommodation with short-stay facilities for the social globetrotter, The Student Hotel is pioneering a modern hybrid in hospitality, the likes of which have never been seen. A vibrant international community makes being at The Student Hotel exciting, with city trips, parties, comedy nights, and many more social events completing The Student Hotel experience. Whether staying for a day or for a year, our guests are left smiling. www.thestudenthotel.com THE POOL, Bar-restaurants The Pool bar-restaurant is as a space of connection – connecting people, ideas and stories through incredible food and drinks. The food is from all parts of the Mediterranean, and the creative drinks are a continuation of the same inspiration. The dishes of The Pool are made with just five or six ingredients. In the spirit of the merchants of the old Silk Road, the small dishes like Muffuletta and the pizzettas are made for sharing. www.thepoolrestaurant.com BED TALKS, Festival Bed Talks is a free-thinking event that connects extraordinary people working on positive change in the world. Offers them a platform to further propel their ideas, their initiatives and projects. Does so by inviting them to engage in conversations with each other, inspire each other, learn from each other, and hopefully find new collaborations and friends. Encourages the visitors to actively add to the conversations with their own ideas, expertise, initiatives and projects. www.bedtalks.nl Show less



Studio Funki

• Netherlands
• Advertising Services

• Director

  • Oct 2005 - Aug 2015

  Studio Funki is a digital creative agency based in Amsterdam consisting of five young minded professionals. The agency is specialized in Digital Marketing Communication and Brand Design Management for local and international operating brands. Studio Funki is also publisher of the online music and lifestyle magazine Funki World curating what's cool and trending. Studio Funki is a digital creative agency based in Amsterdam consisting of five young minded professionals. The agency is specialized in Digital Marketing Communication and Brand Design Management for local and international operating brands. Studio Funki is also publisher of the online music and lifestyle magazine Funki World curating what's cool and trending.



Starbeach

• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Brand Designer

  • Jun 2012 - Jul 2015



ESNS

• Netherlands
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Press Assistant & Audience Manager

  • Jan 2012 - Jan 2015

  2015 - Press assistant 2012 & 2013 - Audience Manager, 3FM/3 On Stage-containersessies 2015 - Press assistant 2012 & 2013 - Audience Manager, 3FM/3 On Stage-containersessies



Stichting Art of Clash

• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board member

  • Nov 2010 - Nov 2013

  Clash de Art Party is in 2005 ontstaan als samenwerking tussen De Oosterpoort en de Stadsschouwburg Groningen en Jonge Harten. Het kunstfeest symboliseerde de letterlijke botsing tussen dancestromingen en de theaterwereld. Tot 2007 werd Clash geprogrammeerd als eindfeest van Jonge Harten. In de loop der jaren is Clash uitgegroeid tot een zelfstandig evenement met een eigen smoel waarbij de ontmoeting tussen elektronische muziek en kunst centraal staat. Bezoek voor meer informatie http://www.clashed.nl Show less



De Oosterpoort & de Stadsschouwburg voor Bedrijven

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing and PR

  • Aug 2010 - Sep 2012

  De Oosterpoort & de Stadsschouwburg is het belangrijkste toneelpodium en muziekcentrum van Groningen. Jaarlijks bezoeken 250.000 mensen ruim 600 verschillende voorstellingen en concerten. Mijn functie is het zorgdragen voor de online en offline promotie van alle pop, jazz en wereldmuziek concerten. De Oosterpoort & de Stadsschouwburg is het belangrijkste toneelpodium en muziekcentrum van Groningen. Jaarlijks bezoeken 250.000 mensen ruim 600 verschillende voorstellingen en concerten. Mijn functie is het zorgdragen voor de online en offline promotie van alle pop, jazz en wereldmuziek concerten.



Kunststipendium USVA/RUG

• Groningen, Netherlands

• Jury Chairman

  • Mar 2012 - May 2012

  Het Kunststipendium is een prijs van 5000 euro die beschikbaar wordt gesteld door de RUG in samenwerking met cultureel studentencentrum Usva. Iedere RuG-student met een creatief idee kan meedingen naar deze prijs door een projectplan in te zenden. Een professionele jury bepaalt wie de kans krijgt zijn idee te presenteren tijdens de finale op 15 mei. Op deze avond wordt vervolgens de winnaar bepaald van Kunststipendium 2012. Het Kunststipendium is een prijs van 5000 euro die beschikbaar wordt gesteld door de RUG in samenwerking met cultureel studentencentrum Usva. Iedere RuG-student met een creatief idee kan meedingen naar deze prijs door een projectplan in te zenden. Een professionele jury bepaalt wie de kans krijgt zijn idee te presenteren tijdens de finale op 15 mei. Op deze avond wordt vervolgens de winnaar bepaald van Kunststipendium 2012.



Stichting Urban House / New Attraction

• Events Services

• Marketing and PR

  • Aug 2009 - Aug 2010

  Stichting Urban House Groningen organiseert: een jaarlijks terugkerend festival met 2500 bezoekers en 200 artiesten aan de Kardingeplas in Groningen en gedurende het jaar verschillende evenementen ten behoeve van educatie en promotie van stedelijke kunstvormen als dans, muziek en theater. Binnen de organisatie was ik verantwoordelijk voor de volledige media en marketing afdeling. Stichting Urban House Groningen organiseert: een jaarlijks terugkerend festival met 2500 bezoekers en 200 artiesten aan de Kardingeplas in Groningen en gedurende het jaar verschillende evenementen ten behoeve van educatie en promotie van stedelijke kunstvormen als dans, muziek en theater. Binnen de organisatie was ik verantwoordelijk voor de volledige media en marketing afdeling.



Funki World

• Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

• Founding Director

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2010

  Funki World is een online muziek en lifestyle tijdschrift met nieuws, evenement registraties, interviews, achtergrondverhalen en organiseert evenementen waar muziek en lifestyle samenkomen. Het tijdschrift is in drie jaar tijd uitgegroeid door een gerespecteerde informatiebron voor Nederlandse en Belgische jongeren met een boven gemiddelde interesse voor muziek en lifestyle. Mijn functie bestaat uit het zorgdragen voor de continuïteit, imago en winstgevendheid van de organisatie. Funki World is een online muziek en lifestyle tijdschrift met nieuws, evenement registraties, interviews, achtergrondverhalen en organiseert evenementen waar muziek en lifestyle samenkomen. Het tijdschrift is in drie jaar tijd uitgegroeid door een gerespecteerde informatiebron voor Nederlandse en Belgische jongeren met een boven gemiddelde interesse voor muziek en lifestyle. Mijn functie bestaat uit het zorgdragen voor de continuïteit, imago en winstgevendheid van de organisatie.



Kooistra communicatie

• Brand designer

  • Aug 2006 - Aug 2007



Junior Brand Design Manager

• Brand designer

  • Jun 2005 - Jun 2006



Sacha Shoes

• Netherlands
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Retail Salesperson

  • Apr 2004 - Jun 2006



Men_at_Work

• Netherlands
• Retail
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Retail Salesperson

  • Jan 2003 - Feb 2003