Marian Spier

Marian Spier is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership and advisory roles across multiple sectors. Currently serving as the interim Chair and Vice Chair of SIDN fonds, Marian also contributes as a governance committee member at Van Doorne and sits on the Supervisory Board of the Van Gogh Museum. As the founder and CEO of FEM-START, Marian promotes the growth of female entrepreneurs through an e-learning platform, while also leading IAMarian, specializing in communication strategy and mentorship. Marian's commitment to cultural development is evident through board membership at the VandenEnde Foundation and participation on advisory panels such as Code-V Vrouwelijk Ondernemerschap and the Seed Capital Committee with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency. Marian's educational background includes advanced studies at prestigious institutions like Harvard Business School Online and the University of Oxford. Additionally, Marian authored the book "#IMPACT," focusing on personal and professional leadership.