The Eredivisie appoints Bas Raemakers as Chief Commercial Officer

Jan de Jong: "Bas is a great colleague with many talents. He is in close contact with the clubs, has vast knowledge of the football industry and a large and impressive network. Now that the Eredivisie CV is growing in multiple areas, the appointment of Bas fits perfectly in making the organization future-proof. Among other things, we were founded to achieve optimal commercial results for the clubs, which will benefit the development of an attractive competition and contribute to a strong performance in the competitive European football landscape. This presents a great opportunity, assignment and challenge for Bas."

Bas Raemakers: "Over the past 2.5 years, I have worked with a lot of energy on very interesting projects for the Eredivisie. I enjoy working with my colleagues in Zeist and with all the Eredivisie clubs. Now that the commercial responsibilities of the league are expanding in the field of international media rights and global sponsorship, we are also taking next steps as an organisation accordingly. I consider it an honour to be able to contribute to the further growth of the Eredivisie in this new position of Chief Commercial Officer.”