Maarten Albarda
Senior Business Advisor
Professional Journey
Maarten brings over 25 years of business and marketing leadership experience from across the globe, making him an invaluable asset to Paradigm Family Law. His illustrious career began at top advertising agencies such as JWT Amsterdam, Leo Burnett in Amsterdam and London, and McCann-Erickson in London and New York. These roles honed his strategic thinking and creative prowes setting a strong foundation for his future endeavors.
Leadership at The Coca-Cola Company USA
After a decade in advertising, Maarten transitioned to the marketing side, taking on leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company. His journey with Coca-Cola spanned across Japan, Germany, and the global headquarters in Atlanta, where he led innovative marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives that significantly boosted the brand’s global presence.
Global VP at AB-InBev
In 2009, Maarten joined AB-InBev at its New York-based global headquarters as the Global VP of Integrated Marketing. In this capacity, he was instrumental in reshaping marketing departments in the US, China, and Europe, driving growth and enhancing brand equity through integrated marketing strategies.
C-Suite Consulting and Entrepreneurship
Since 2013, Maarten has leveraged his extensive experience as a C-Suite consultant, focusing on areas such as Marketing Operation Agency Resource Utilisation and Optimisation, and Marketing Capabilities. He co-founded Flock Associates USA Inc., the US arm of a globally recognised Integrated Marketing Transformation consultancy. His expertise in transforming marketing functions has made him a sought-after advisor for businesses aiming to optimise their marketing operations.
Senior Business Advisor at Paradigm Family Law
At Paradigm Family Law, Maarten serves as our Senior Business Advisor, applying his vast experience to provide valuable insight into how international law firms, particularly the USA market, innovate and improve. This perspective helps ensure the firm remains commercially aware, adaptive to emerging trends, and aligned with evolving client expectations in the UK.
Maarten’s global perspective and strategic insights help ensure that award winning Paradigm Family Law remains at the forefront of the international family law sector.
Life Beyond Work
Beyond his professional achievement Maarten lives with his wife and dog just outside Charlotte, NC. His diverse experiences and strategic insights continue to contribute to the dynamic and client-focused environment at Paradigm Family Law, ensuring that the firm’s marketing efforts are as innovative and effective as its legal services.
