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Jeremy Vandermeij
Executive Director and Cofounder at DesignTO
Jeremy Vandermeij is the Executive Director and Co-founder of the DesignTO Festival, a prominent design event in Toronto. He has an extensive background in leadership roles across various organizations.12
Professional Background:
- Currently serves as Executive Director of DesignTO Festival
- Previously held leadership positions at:
- Informa Canada
- Gladstone Hotel
- Toronto Metropolitan University
- Co-founded the DesignTO Festival12
Professional Responsibilities:
- Strategic planning for the DesignTO Festival
- Sponsorship development
- Overall organizational leadership2
Festival Insights: Vandermeij has been instrumental in positioning DesignTO as Canada's largest cultural design festival. He works closely with Artistic Director Deborah Wang to evolve the organization, which aims to create a platform where art and design intersect.45
Recent Activities: In May 2024, he announced two calls for submissions for the DesignTO Festival 2025, demonstrating the organization's ongoing commitment to promoting design and creativity.3
His professional journey reflects a deep passion for design, cultural events, and organizational leadership, making him a key figure in Toronto's design community.
