Erik Daniël van Leeuwen

The specialist on sales/project/account management in Barcelona

Greater Barcelona Metropolitan Area

About

In de bruisende stad Barcelona waar ik inmiddels 20 jaar woon heb ik mijzelf ontwikkeld in de horeca, event business en sales. De essentie van verbinden, plezier maken en resultaten behalen maakt het voor mij mogelijk diverse werelden met elkaar te laten samen komen.

Experience

  • Event Organizer at Dutch Connection Barcelona
    Jan 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 7 mos

    Dutch Connection Barcelona provides tailored advice and effective solutions for events in Barcelona. With many years of experience in the hospitality and events industry, we leverage our (local) expertise and extensive international network to ensure your event is executed successfully and to the highest standard.

  • Guest teacher - public speaker at BEBS Barcelona Executive Business School
    Mar 2022 - Jan 2026 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    On a temporarily base I give guest lectures to international students in Barcelona about sustainability in the hospitality world and inform them about the newest trends.

  • Creator, founder & co-owner at Roots & Rolls S.L.
    Jun 2018 - Jan 2026 · 7 yrs 8 mos

    As Founder & Co-Owner of Roots & Rolls, I set out to create more balance in lifestyle and nutrition. We built a restaurant concept focused on 100% plant-based, healthy, and flavorful food—combined with a unique, future-forward dining experience. Because every plate matters.

  • Sales - projectmanager Iberia at Kooi Camera Surveillance
    Apr 2022 - Mar 2025 · 3 yrs

    Kooi security cameras is the market leader in construction security, the specialist in securing construction sites, especially related to renewable energy such as wind and solar energy.

  • Creator, founder & co-owner at Amarre69
    Feb 2014 - Dec 2020 · 6 yrs 11 mos

    Amarre69 is a ambience bar located in the harbor of Barceloneta. In 2020 I have introduced a 100% plant-based menu. The bar is a place for local people, expats and tourists.