Marcel Smits

Marcel Smits is an experienced professional with a strong background in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and market intelligence. Currently serving as the Head of Standards and Market Intelligence at Interpeace, Marcel leads initiatives aimed at creating a regulatory environment for peace finance and providing market intelligence in this sector. As a Business Consultant at FCS Impact, Marcel collaborates with various stakeholders to develop standards for peace investments. Previous roles include Director at the Institute for Economics & Peace, where fundraising and project development were key responsibilities, and Policy Specialist at Oxfam Novib, focusing on conflict-sensitive private sector partnerships. Marcel has also held leadership positions at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting, Nonviolent Peaceforce Sri Lanka, and the Forum on Early Warning and Response, directing efforts to enhance media development and early warning systems globally. Marcel holds a BA in European Studies and a diploma in Business Administration and Agribusiness, with further education in data analytics.