Robert Merkus

Robert Merkus is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in creative marketing and brand activation. Currently, Robert serves as Co-Owner at GSI Group since September 2020, where innovative concepts are developed under the brands GSI - The activation agency, Brandlite-Europe, and BasicBarTools. Additionally, Robert holds the position of Extern examiner for Creative Marketing and Sales at Hogeschool Rotterdam since April 2019. Previously, Robert co-owned and served as Business Director at BENK from September 2020 to October 2022 and was Managing Director at Het Gevonden Voorwerp from May 2009 to July 2019, focusing on brand activation and marketing materials for clients like HelloFresh and Coca Cola. Robert's career also includes roles as Account Manager at Do Company and ABN AMRO. Educational credentials include a Master’s Degree in Financial Management from Rotterdam Business School and a Bachelor's Degree in Small Business from Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences.