Mark Your Legacy – Men’s evening of wellbeing, purpose & connection

Host: Markd Global

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025

Time: 18.30

Venue: art’otel Amsterdam

Guests: 25–40 men (mixed ages: young professionals, mid-career, and retirees)

Purpose of the Event

November is recognised globally as Men’s Wellbeing Month.

Too often, men’s lives are cut short by preventable health challenges—whether through cancer, mental health struggles, or suicide. At Markd Global, we believe that when men thrive, it makes our world a better place.

That’s why we’re stepping forward.
As a female-led company, we want to stand alongside men in their wellbeing journey—through the lens of purpose and legacy.

We may not be able to grow a mo, but we can be proud mo-sistas. By hosting an evening of reflection and conversation, we aim to create a space where men can explore well-being, purpose, and legacy.

Through a dynamic multi-generational panel, meaningful networking, and open discussion, men will be inspired to connect, reflect, and leave with at least one powerful takeaway to enrich both their personal and professional lives.

Program Highlights

• Welcome & Networking 
• The Mo-Ment Panel
  Join Sibon Schouten, Founder of Markd Global, as she hosts a thought-provoking panel featuring three diverse men at different stages of life. Together, they’ll share insights and personal stories on men’s wellbeing, purpose, and legacy.

Panelists:

Johan de Wit
Non-Executive Director & Advisor

David Vorst
Founder
Het Koekemannetje

Virgil Spier
Co-owner
Movement Based Athletics

• Interactive Discussion/ Networking (opportunity for guests to share reflections and connect across generations)
  
• Closing & Call to Action & Key Takeaway

Philanthropy Focus

Proceeds from the evening will support projects from the local to the global village:

• African Angels, an independent school in South Africa that provides quality education and opportunities for children from underserved communities.
• Movember, a movement that addresses men’s health on a global scale. It encourages men to grow a mo and raise awareness for key men’s health issues, specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.

Audience

• A carefully selected group of 25–40 men, spanning generations and career stages.
• Designed to foster cross-generational dialogue and build a strong sense of community.

Media

• The event will be filmed and photographed to capture the atmosphere, key messages, and guest reflections.
• Visual content will be used to promote future events, promote Markd Global, and share the African Angels mission more widely.

Sponsorship

• COTY
• Het Koekemannetje
• Others

Outcome

By the end of the evening, each guest will have:

• Reflected on their wellbeing, purpose, and legacy.
• Shared wisdom across generations.
• Contributed to causes that empower the local to the global village

Background Facts

Men’s health in 2025 remains challenged by high rates of preventable diseases and deaths, particularly cardiovascular disease, suicide, and certain cancers. Key facts include a significantly higher rate of suicide among men, men being more likely to delay seeking medical care, and lifestyle factors like diet and physical activity playing a critical role. Addressing these issues requires prioritizing regular checkups, focusing on mental and emotional well-being, and making lifestyle changes.