Bart Drenth Joins TEFAF as Global Managing Director

The TEFAF Executive Committee and Board of Trustees has appointed Bart Drenth as Global Managing Director, which became effective December 1, 2022.

Based in Amsterdam, Mr. Drenth has held the position of TEFAF’s Interim Director from February 2022 to the present and shares the title of MD with Charlotte van Leerdam who is currently on medical leave.

"Under the leadership of Bart Drenth, TEFAF is well-poised to continue to strengthen its position as one of the leading art events in the world,” says Hidde van Seggelen, President of TEFAF’s Executive Board. “As both a foundation and a global art fair, TEFAF holds a unique position in the art ecosystem. Bart’s proven track record in business development, strategy and non-profit in the cultural sector is a valuable asset to the organization in continuing to achieve its goals. In a very short time, Bart has made significant contributions in the delivery of TEFAF’s growth agenda, and we look forward to the dynamic next phase with Bart at the helm in 2023, and beyond.”

Bart Drenth comments “I am truly honored to be working alongside the TEFAF Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, Hidde van Seggelen and the immensely talented TEFAF Team. I am grateful for their continued trust in my stewardship and look forward to working with the entire TEFAF community – our exhibitors, partners, colleagues, and stakeholders - in this very exciting new chapter.”

Bart Drenth has enjoyed a successful career as a management consultant and business strategist in the arts, culture, media, ICT and government sectors with a specialty in infrastructure and global integration. He has wide experience within large and small organizations, trade associations and non-profits, many with a “co-op” spirit. At TEFAF, a traditionally dealer-led organization, he is responsible for coalescing a variety of stakeholders within the global TEFAF community, while executing the vision of the Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and Global Advisory Board.