The team behind WMC 2026
The World Music Contest (WMC) 2026 in Kerkrade is only possible thanks to the dedication of a passionate team, an experienced Supervisory Board, and countless volunteers. Together we ensure that the festival remains the global stage for wind music, talent development, and international exchange.
Our core team
Meet the staff members who work every day to organize WMC. With passion and expertise, they prepare and realize the competitions, concerts, and festival projects.
Bart van der Roost
Director
Leonie Curvers
Head of Production
Henk Smit
Interim Manager Marching and Show Contests
Madelijn Ummels
Marketing & Partnerships manager
Björn Bus
Artistic director
Josien Vermeeren
Project Manager WMC Academy – WMC Unlimited
Bart Sevenich
Safety Coördinator
Leandra Mackintosh
Content Marketing Manager
Edwin Hijman
Media producer
Elian Stassen
Supervisory Board & Administrative Support Officer
Maurice de Lange
Marketing Manager
Esther Houtema
Administrative Office Assistant
Kevin Gulpers
Production Manager
Supervisory Board
The Supervisory Board oversees the direction and strategy of WMC. This group of experts supports the organization and ensures a sustainable future for the festival.
Mrs. L.M.A. Heezemans-Nijs, Acting Chair
Mr. T.C.M. Prevoo, Member
Mrs. G.M.J.M. Stratermans, Member
Mr. L.I.H. Schmitz, Member
Remuneration Policy
The members of the Supervisory Board do not receive any remuneration for their activities. However, they are entitled to reimbursement of expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.
Volunteers & working at WMC
In addition to the core team and Supervisory Board, WMC relies on working groups and volunteers. During the festival, hundreds of people work together behind the scenes: from audience guidance and contest organization to logistics and hospitality.
Would you like to be part of WMC 2026?
Join as a volunteer and experience the festival from the inside.
