Maurice Ciapponi

Maurice Ciapponi is an experienced creative professional with a strong background in art direction and conceptual thinking. Currently, Maurice serves as CEO at Studio Raar since 2008, while also holding the position of Art Director at Just Brands since March 2015, overseeing brands such as PME Legend, Vanguard, and Cast Iron. Previous roles include Art Director at Pirate Creative Direction from 2010 to December 2013 and at Urban Trends Trading BV. from September 2007 to November 2010, where responsibilities encompassed multiple licensed brands. Earlier experience includes Art Director at L&C Advertising from 2003 to 2007 and ownership of GXF from 2000 to 2002. Educational credentials include a degree in Industrial Design from the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague, and studies in Concept Development and Graphic Design at Mediacollege Amsterdam.