Michael Danker

Michael Danker is the co-founder and digital director at Vruchtvlees, a design agency founded in 2007 by Michael, Roman Stikkelorum, and Rindor Golverdingen with a vision of the significant role graphic design could play in the digital realm.

With over 10 years of experience, Michael excels as a digital director and system thinker, specializing in creating smart digital solutions for a diverse range of clients. His approach focuses on a human-centered design to strike a balance between traditional conventions and innovation, driving positive change through strong collaboration in development, design, strategy, and client relationships.

Michael's educational background includes studies in Graphic & Typographic Design at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, High School at De Vrije School, and Procesmanagement at ICM opleidingen & trainingen.

Apart from his role at Vruchtvlees, Michael has been involved with organizations such as Verve by Vruchtvlees, Dutch Digital Design as a curator and jury member, and Duel: Strategische & visuele communicatie where he had interned part-time.

His skills and dedication have enabled him to build strong brands, cater to a wide spectrum of clients from startups to global players, and create meaningful digital products and services from conception to delivery, all while maintaining a calm and positive work environment.