WHO ARE WE?

New Way Management is founded and managed by Wessel Nieuwenweg and Michaël Podt. With roots in the Netherlands, a mutual passion for travel and cultures has allowed both Wessel and Michaël an unparalleled international experience, working in the USA, Brussels, Beijing, Hong Kong and now in the South of France.

Both earned a strong reputation in developing and delivering countless projects during a combined 40-years of experience, including senior positions in leading PCOs and international associations. Wessel and Michaël dedicate their expertise to supporting associations, agencies, companies as well as governmental institutions.
Both striving for excellence, but complementing each other in their approach and strengths, Wessel and Michaël continue to drive client success and company growth.

Michaël Podt
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Our Team

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Rebekka Mattyasovsky

Rebekka holds a Master’s degree in Social Sciences and brings over 15 years of experience working with academia and international organisations. She specialises in content and event management, project and account management, client relations, and strategic planning. Previously, she led a Scientific Programme Team, managing scientific programmes for multiple health societies. Known for her sharp eye for detail, she thrives in fast-paced environments. Of Hungarian and German descent, she balances her professional life with raising two children and a dog, while keeping a healthy sense of humour and perspective on life.

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Marine Castel


Originally from the south of France, Marine is an experienced professional holding a Master's degree in Strategic Management of Events and Tourism.With years of immersion in the management of international events and tourism, she possesses a diverse set of skills encompassing event planning, project management, and client relations within the global events industry.Marine is recognized for her attention to detail and dedication to ensuring the success of projects and client satisfaction. Her exposure to different cultures, living and working in various countries, has allowed her to develop strong problem-solving skills and navigate seamlessly in international environments.

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Malou Meuffels

Malou, originally from the Netherlands, holds a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management from Hotel Management School Maastricht. She has extensive international experience organizing corporate meetings and scientific congresses worldwide, working with a wide range of corporate clients and associations. She currently focuses on managing medical and scientific congresses and educational programs for not-for-profit organisations. Malou is fluent in Dutch, English, and German.

Piero segantini

Born in Italy and raised across several countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Uganda, Piero developed a strong appreciation for multicultural environments. He now lives in Tuscany with his family. He began his career in 2014 in the medical philanthropic sector and has since built solid expertise across the MICE industry, as well as in international student exchange programmes. Passionate about event organisation, webinars, and online education, he supports innovative and sustainable initiatives worldwide. Piero is fluent in Italian, English, and French, with a good working knowledge of Spanish, and is known for his calm and reliable approach under pressure.

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Arthur Lorin

Originally from the Alpes-Maritimes region in the south of France, Arthur holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Foreign Languages for Business and Commerce, with a background in preparatory classes for the Grandes Écoles, as well as a master’s degree in Cultural Studies. With diverse professional experience, particularly in organising musical events, he has developed strong multidisciplinary skills. After starting his career in the music promotion industry in Paris, Arthur returned to his roots in the south of France. He is known for his adaptability, attention to detail, and strong dedication to delivering high-quality work while fostering positive collaborations.

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