About the founder
Leen Kaneza Van Reusel

Leen Kaneza Van Reusel has spent the last five years working in creative production and talent representation, specializing in photography and film. Throughout this time, she has gained valuable insights into the industry while honing her skills in storytelling, portfolio development, and artist management for both personal and commercial ventures.

With a degree in Marketing & Communication, focused on social and cultural trends, and a deep passion for music, fashion, and the arts, Leen is driven by her commitment to collaboration. Kaneza allows her to seek out and facilitate diverse, multidisciplinary projects that enrich and broaden our cultural narratives. Her keen eye for detail, coupled with her ability to work within budgets and deadlines, ensures that creative visions are brought to life authentically and impactfully across various mediums.

As a trusted right-hand collaborator, Leen is dedicated to translating creative concepts into compelling stories, always maintaining the integrity of the original vision.

“While working in this industry, I witnessed firsthand the struggles that countless talented artists, particularly artists of color, face in gaining visibility,” Leen explains. “This painful reality ignited my passion for advocating for inclusion and equality. It also motivated me to create Kaneza, a platform dedicated to empowering artists of color and amplifying underrepresented narratives rooted in community, culture, and collaboration.”

Leen’s work through Kaneza is fueled by a desire to make the creative industry a more equitable and inspiring space for everyone, every day.