Matthew Vandrau

Matthew Vandrau is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the sports and entertainment industry. Currently serving as President for EMEA & APAC at Wasserman since March 2024, Matthew previously held the position of Group CEO at CSM Sport & Entertainment from November 2016 to April 2024. Prior to that, Matthew was the Chief Executive and Managing Director at Essentially Group from July 2007 to October 2016, and served as Managing Director at Frontiers Group from September 2000 to July 2007. Matthew began a career in professional sports as a cricketer with Derbyshire County Cricket Club from January 1993 to December 1997. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, earned between 1988 and 1992, and attended St Stithians College in Johannesburg.