Niels Walboomers

Niels Walboomers has been working in the music industry for over 25 years. Niels started their career at the Belgian Music Publishers Association (BMPA), where they worked for two years. Niels then moved to Buma/Stemra, where they worked for four years. In 2001, they joined NMUV (Nederlandse Muziek Uitgevers Vereniging) as managing director. Niels held this position for six years. In 2007, they joined Sony Music Publishing | Benelux as managing director. Niels has been with Sony Music Publishing for thirteen years.

Walboomers has also been active in the Dutch music scene. Niels is a member of the board of the Donemus Foundation, a Dutch foundation that supports contemporary music. Niels is also a member of the board of Nelis Holding B.V., a Dutch company that owns and manages music publishing companies.

Walboomers' educational career began with a high school diploma from Fons Vitae Lyceum in Amsterdam. Niels then earned a high school diploma from Gerrit van der Veen College. After that, they earned a certification from LinkedIn in Be a Better Manager by Motivating Your Team. Niels also earned a certification from LinkedIn in How to Set Goals When Everything Feels Like a Priority. Finally, Walboomers earned a certification from LinkedIn in Introduction to NFTs: Non-fungible Tokens.

They work with David Ventura - President & Co-Managing Director, UK Division & SVP International, Rusty Gaston - CEO, Sony/ATV Nashville, and Cathy Merenda - SVP, Broadcast & Media Rights. Niels Walboomers reports to Jon Platt, Chairman & CEO. A direct report to Niels Walboomers is and Michèle Hamelink - Senior A&R, Europe.