THE FASHION MATCHMAKER

Steffie Maene | CO-OWNER Steel & barnett
“We are extremely grateful that you came our way 5 years ago. During one of Yoshi’s first business trips to the US, it was a great feeling for me to know that you were near him. I am sure that his vision to make SB a global player has been achieved, partly thanks to you. From the beginning we have been able to rely on you, which is not self-evident in our world. A thousand thanks!”
https://www.steelandbarnett.com/

FRIDO van MOSSEL | Founder amsterdam heritage
“I highly recommend Marco as a fashion matchmaker. His personable and direct approach makes him an absolute pleasure to work with. Marco’s refreshing honesty and candid opinions on what will and won’t work are invaluable. His extensive industry connections and expectional ability to make things happen truly set him apart. After many years of working together, I consider Marco not just a trusted professional but also a true friend in the industry”
https://www.amsterdamheritage.nl/

Max Veels | co-owner aïme balance
“Marco is a real connector. Adopts a clear and effective approach that promotes the interests of both parties. In addition, the perfect sparring partner for the long-term strategy of our fashion brand. We are very happy with the collaboration!”
https://www.aimebalance.com/

nico hensen | managing director c.o.j. cup of joe denim
“Marco is a very likable guy who delivers what he promised. He’s straightforward an will not introduce people if he doesn’t see the real match. He helped us with valuable sales partners. If we need further contacts in the future, we will definitely contact Marco again!”
https://www.cojdenim.com/

Stefano Lora | Founder Vicario Cinque
“Collaborating with Marco has been, and still is, a very positive professional experience. Thanks to his professionalism, his knowledge and the experience he gained in the fashion industry, we have managed to expand the distribution of our Vicario Cinque Brand in many European countries and even outside the EU. Pragmatism, speed and seriousness are among his main characteristics in addition to humanity combined with courtesy. Thanks Marco”
https://www.vicariocinque.it/

Andrés Aguilar | Managing Director Altonadock
“It’s years since I’ve been approaching international markets. During all these years I have met several people and agencies that offer their help to support you on that matter. But believe me when I say that I have never found such a professional person as Marco. Marco always understands both part needs, because he really takes the time to analyze the way the right matching should be. He is a very open minded person with a very strategic view of markets and brands. And on top of that, he is a very honest person. He will never promise you something he could not accomplish. I would like to express my gratitude to the awesome job Marco is doing for Altonadock”
https://www.altonadock.com/

FLORIS VAN AMSTEL | Founder / c.e.o. FLOREZ
“I worked with Marco for more than a year and it was a great experience. I truly believe that he cared about our business and helped us making the right choices. Sometimes he doesn’t say what you want to hear, he always gives his honest opinion. Sometimes it was confronting for me, but in the end that’s what brings you further”
https://www.florez.nl/

Mauriz Kochendörfer | Director Sales International Mustang Jeans
“I really enjoyed our cooperation, the open discussions and of course, last but not least,
meeting a lot of people Marco connected us to from his network. His connections all over the World were very helpful for us. Looking forward getting back to him as soon as we are looking into the North American market.”
https://www.mustang-jeans.com/

THOMAS VAN DER KALLEN | CO-OWNER PIG & HEN
“Marco brings parties together with the right match, using his extensive international network.
It is fast, good and pleasant switching with clear communication.
I recommend Marco with his high favour factor.”
https://www.pigandhen.co.uk

ANA NIKOVSKA | CO-OWNER LASALLE
“Marco clearly has a deep understanding of the market and an extensive contact base. We were introduced to our first partner already within less than a month and finalized the details of working together. Would highly recommend him to any brand in search of growth.”
http://www.lasalle-fashion.com

Juan De La Peña | Wholesale Business Development CAMPER SHOES
“Many thanks because you always bring value at our table. You made it to understand Camper Shoes so well in such a short term and gained our respect and affection right away.”
https://www.camper.com

Patrick Reijtenbagh | Liverpool Jeans
“Marco is a well connected partner who is efficient in helping us positioning our brands throughout his extensive network”
https://liverpooljeans.eu

MICHAEL VINKE | FOUNDER LOFTY MANNER
“My experience with Marco is that he is a go-getter and determined to achieve his goals. He thinks in solutions instead of obstacles”
https://www.loftymanner.com

RICHARD BOUCH | SALES DIRECTOR RIETVELD INTERNATIONAL/ RUPERT & BUCKLEY
“We have been working closely with Marco for nearly a year now and have been very impressed with his work ethic. To help us expand our business internationally, Marco has been very dedicated and professional in finding and introducing our brands to the right partners. We will continue to work with him to grow and improve our worldwide distribution.”
https://rietveld.co.uk / https://www.rupertandbuckley.com

João Ramos | Commercial Director SMF JEANS
“Working with Marco has been easy and beneficial for our company. He understands the fashion business very well and besides introductions to potential partners (agents and distributors), he also offers additional insights to improve our business in general. The several potential partners introduced to us are really great companies and all in line with our DNA.”
https://www.smf-jeans.com

Kees-Willem de Jong | Founder Alchemist
“It’s great working with Marco. With his many years of experience Marco van Diek has built up a nice network all over the world. But above all, Marco first looks at the Brand carefully to be able to estimate which partners are the right match. Above all he is also a great sparring partner to discuss fashion management issues with.”
https://www.alchemist-fashion.com

JORIS BONGERS | FOUNDER XPOOOS
“Marco succeeded in combining his passion for the fashion industry with his extensive network. With this network he is able to make the right connections between brands and representatives in the right market”
https://xpooos.com

John Snare | Founder We are Thought
“From our initial conversation with Marco, he came across as a credible industry professional. His introductions were of an impressive high quality who were credible options in regard to our ambitions in the markets we were exploring. We’ve been able to engage several new partners and look forward to building on these successes with Marco further”
https://www.wearethought.com

Ümit Ekinci | Co Founder Cotton Candy
“If you want to enlarge your business network, then Marco is for sure the right person. He has a wide range of professional contacts worldwide, from those he will recommend the most suitable for you. Starting from day one I felt very convenient, as Marco has kept the costing as well as the communication transparent. Within a short time he has presented a lot of options, which already have resulted in cooperations. To keep it short – go with him!”
https://www.cottoncandy-fashion.de

Marijn van Zanten | Commercial Director Freebird | Simple
“He is passionate, reliable to both brand and agent and always thinks in the long term. Even after a deal is closed, he remains involved and gives his sincere honest opinion for both parties. You do not encounter such professionals often in our industry!”
https://www.freebirdicons.com

YOSHI VERBRUGGE | FOUNDER STEEL & BARNETT
“Marco is perhaps our most important partner for the further growth of our label. In a few months he made several contacts. He also offered a good solution for a stopped agency in no time. Also he’s a correct and professional person who gives honest feedback during sparring. Highly recommended for any label looking for expansion.”
https://www.steelandbarnett.com

ERICK CORMIER | FOUNDER ATELIER MISU
“Marco has been instrumental in helping to establish my business. He understands that young brands need an extra “touch” so to speak. Getting the story across to potential agents is where he really shines, and he looks to match you up with potential agents that suit your brand well – without such people pushing your corner this can be a make or break part of any new clothing brand. Marco is a pleasure to work with in all respects, and his industry knowledge is obvious from the first conversations. I consider him a permanent member of the extended team, but more importantly a friend who genuinely cares about our success moving forward.”
https://www.atelier-misu.com

LLUIS DEL CAMPO SABAN | LILY APPAREL
“Working with Marco has been a great experience. He provides valuable insights and deep knowledge of the industry, as well as tangible results that have had a positive impact in our revenues. More importantly, he truly becomes part of the team.”
https://www.lily-collection.com

BAS GROOTHELM | MANAGING DIRECTOR SOCK MY FEET
“We are very happy about the collaboration with Marco. In a short time he has found partners for us in a number of new desired markets. I can certainly recommend him as a matchmaker for other labels. He is careful, discreet and has a very wide network.”
https://www.sockmyfeet.com

RENS NETTEN | FOUNDER ALIX THE LABEL
“It’s nice to be able to work with someone who brings your company into contact with various distributors / agents in a very clear and efficient way. In addition, it is also just nice to work with Marco, because with his sincere opinion he often lets you see things from a different angle on certain topics / issues.”
https://www.alixthelabel.com

MOUSSA ALI | CEO AND CO FOUNDER BAGZ SWEDEN
“Since we came in touch with Marco, many things have fallen into place, he has really been our most important partner!
Marco has an amazing network and he is always looking to improve all areas in business and not only sales, because he knows that everything need to go in symbiosis! His experience from the fashion industry together with his will to push us forward, Marco is really a star in the business and the best partner you can find by far, we are really grateful to have found him!”
https://bagz.shop/

BART VAN DER LINDEN | CO OWNER &CO WOMEN
“In a short time Marco has made several contacts for us with professionals who fit well with our brand and understand what we are looking for. Marco has a personal approach, switches quickly and works with experienced professionals.”
https://andcowoman.com

Stellios Stergiou | Owner Double Outfitters
“Marco is a very professional and experienced fashion expert with a unique worldwide agency network. I trusted him and he overcame my expectations despite the extremely unpredictable COVID conditions. He really supports the brands he represent and he promotes them passionately and with strong belief like they are his own. I will continue entrusting him with the expanding/exporting strategy of our brand and I highly recommend him to any of my colleagues who is ready to take the next step in export to present themselves to the global fashion market.”
https://www.double.gr/

Alessandra Wieser | CEO Sunies GmbH
“Great service and sales guidance to enter new markets. Highly recommended as a partner for any fashion company entering a new market!”
https://sunies.eu/en/

Maarten Janse | Owner Lexson
“Marco is a super pro with a great network. He is a matchmaker par excellence and only matching after doing a very proper research and making sure that the best matches are made.”
https://www.lexson.com

Eric Martin | OWNER The Park Showroom USA
“Marco truly understand the US market, He knows what we are capable of as a dual gender multi- line agency, and always approaches me with brands that both fill in the gaps in my offering that perhaps only he can see from his experience and vantage point. He even goes further, initiating strategy for the new opportunities with potential gaps he sees missing in the North American marketplace.. He is also very candid and will tell you when he feels the opportunity is not ready, or something better might be coming down the pipe. He also has very large muscles, in case you want him to carry your luggage!”
https://www.theparkshowroom.com

Kevin Willy | Co Owner NILE | Co Owner One more Story
“Marco is a well connected and solution driven professional who helped us setting up successfully our expansion into Canada. He guided and advised us well during the process”
https://nile.ch / https://www.one-more-story.com

Jan Brabers | Export Manager Risskio
“Working with Marco helped us tremendously to reach new markets. He is honest and fair, has great knowledge about the business and a major network. With Marco we developed a strong foundation to grow internationally. I’m looking forward to continue working with him”.
https://www.risskio.it/en/

Venise Barakett | Owner Les Modes Barakett Fashions
“Not often these days I get to discuss with “pros” like Marco, who have a real sense of the fashion business”.

Chris Beierholm & Henrik Eppers | Partners Stylewise Nordic IVS Copenhagen
“We have only known Marco for a short time, but Marco have brought several potential brands to us. Marco has high knowledge in the modern design & lifestyle need(s). Fully fledged into Omni-thought of mind and his network of international brands have for our platform of distribution resulted in great partnerships with a strong “funnel” on future business. We always pay attention to approaches from Marco and his team since the quality and seriousness behind these labels always are of high quality. Its with our sincere recommendation that we stand as business partners to Marco and his international network of brands.”
https://www.stylewisenordic.dk/

Nico van der Wel | Owner Concave
“I recommend Marco to any brand or entrepreneur looking for sales partners all over the world. Marco is a honest and very friendly person to work with and he has a huge professional network available.”
http://concave.nl

Francesco Sessler | Owner ARTIS Fashion Group
“I would like to make a clear recommendation for Marco while since we have been working together I have been able to get to know him as a loyal and honest business partner. His expertise in sales and fashion is unique. I am looking forward to future projects and thank you for the cooperation so far.”
https://artis-fashion-group.com

Jorg Winkel | Co Owner Another Label
“Nice guy to work with, brought various parties to the table although personally we did not always have the right match with his introductions”
www.another-label.com

Antonio Acquaviva | Co-Owner Close Up! | Owner Americanino
“Marco is a real expert and reliable partner. With his experience, his professionalism and his knowledge, he’s able to put you in contact with reliable partners all over the world. Marco is among the few “complete” people of its kind.
Looking forward to our next collaboration…”
http://www.americanino.it/

Dieter Deceuninck | Owner Fashion Brewery
“Always very pleasant to spar with Marco about international brands and our local market. I see his input as a valuable addition to our strategy”
http://www.fashionbrewery.eu

David R’Bibo | Owner Codav Forset
“His deep knowledge of the industry and diverse buying habits of all continents makes him special and easy to work with.
Professional and passionate with the urge to succeed. Poised and efficient. Glad to know him and to work with him, looking forward to future endeavors”
https://www.codavforset.ca/

Felix Ramirez | Owner Lufema Australia
“Marco has been a great partner for us. He has a keen eye for fashion with many connections across the globe. With an enthusiastic and determined approach he has successfully connected us with a number of partners. Looking forward to the next venture”

Ron Shewchuk | Vice President Zarby International
“The focus of our co-operation has been a pan European search with Marco to find the right brand to distribute into the Canadian and USA markets. Along with a broad knowledge of the international fashion supply chain, focused globally, seeming unlimited personal bond with brands and their management at all levels of the fashion markets, puts Marco in the ideal position to be able to ply his trade successfully. We’ve found Marco to be discreet, respectful and forthcoming in all our interactions. Marco’s most important attribute is his experience and understanding and willingness to “go deep” and to understand the operational details of all the brands he accepts to work with. He has shown that he will never introduce a deal that does not produce a win/win”
http://www.zarby.com

Tim Willis | Director McCauls New Zealand
“We have been dealing with Marco for a few years now. He is super professional, friendly and very helpful. Marco has given us the chance to access labels and brands throughout the world using his massive network. We are stoked to be working with him”
www.mccaul.co.nz

Fani Raftopoulou | Owner About Trade Greece
“Μarco is definitely a specialist in the fashion industry. He’s professional and his proposals are always to the point. Marco analyzes a company`s needs and suggests the right and profitable partnerships. He continues to support and taking care of his clients, even after the deal is closed”
http://abouttrade.gr/

Andrea Frezza | Owner Marttex Italy
“Marco is a very professional person to work with. I worked with him for different brands and it was always a pleasure to team up with him because of his way of doing business with a smile on the face and a deep knowledge of what he was doing!”

HENK PRINS | CEO AGENTUR PRINS-JURIC GMBH
“Marco is a Fashion Matchmaker in the true sense of the word. He invests time to get to know his business partners well. In this way, he’s able to do a good matchmaking. All the brands he offered to us perfectly fit in our portfolio. This is the basis for a successful cooperation, so we hope to work together with Marco for many years to come.”
https://www.prins-juric.com

David Christie | Owner Christie Agencies
“Marco has provided our agency with exciting opportunities over the past years. His understanding of our requirements from future brands has been excellent and reassuring, resulting in a very efficient introduction to the owners. We look forward to continued co-operation with Marco to deliver the success that we have realised due to Marco’s personal approach”

Carlien van Hemert | Owner Duukie Beachsocks
“Marco is an expert to bring in the right people to the table. He understands both sides of the profession and understands everyone’s needs. Nice guy to work with!”
https://www.duukies-beachsocks.com

Iris Cordes | Iris Cordes GmbH
“Marco knows how to connect the fashion industry. With his understanding of the different demands for each country, he knows what’s needed for all of us to be successful. His suggestion are always based on deeply knowledge and his approach is very professional and efficient.
We highly appreciate the cooperation with him, which often leads to successful and long lasting cooperations.”
http://cordes-agency.de/