Mies Tazelaar

Mies Tazelaar is an accomplished professional in branding and design, serving as a Junior Art Director at X-Ingredient since December 2020 and as Brand Manager for various hospitality brands including Radegast 040 and Café de Bel. As the Founder of Tusk, Mies develops brand identities and previously held positions such as Art Director at Rabble Rabble and Held in brand strategy and activation. Mies has a diverse background in graphic design, having worked at Toi-Toys International focusing on packaging and character design, and as a freelance graphic designer at Bram&deVlam. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Branding & Identity from Nottingham Trent University and a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from Academie St. Joost Den Bosch. Mies started the career as a kitchen assistant and has accumulated extensive experience across multiple roles in the creative industry.