Van Heek Textiles is pleased to announce that Mark Oude Aarninkhof has been appointed as Managing Director as of April 1. Mark, who joined the company in September as Director of Production and Logistics, has demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and a strong commitment to the company's growth.
Together with Ivo Egbers and Yvonne van den Berg, he forms a strong executive team. Ivo Egbers, recently appointed Finance Director, brings valuable experience from both accountancy and the textile industry. Yvonne van den Berg has held various commercial positions within Van Heek Textiles since 1990 and has been Commercial Director since 2012. Her years of experience in the textile and graphic industry make her an indispensable asset within the company.
In his new role, Mark will focus on further optimizing business operations, with a special emphasis on production and logistics. His priorities include improving processes, fostering internal collaboration, and driving further growth in a dynamic market.
Mark has an extensive background in operational management and previously held key positions at TKF, TenCate, and Auping. With more than 23 years of experience in the textile and manufacturing industries, his in-depth knowledge of production processes and logistics has already had a significant impact on Van Heek Textiles. We are confident that the company will continue to thrive under his leadership.
Together, Mark, Yvonne, and Ivo are committed to innovation and sustainability, with the goal of strengthening Van Heek Textiles’ position as market leader in textile cover materials and technical fabrics, as well as unlocking new opportunities within the textile industry.
"We are excited about the future of Van Heek Textiles under Mark’s leadership. His dedication and expertise make him the ideal person to lead our company forward. I look forward to continuing to innovate and pursue sustainability together with him and Ivo. Together, we will further strengthen our position as market leader and explore new opportunities." – Yvonne van den Berg, Commercial Director at Van Heek Textiles
Mark Oude Aarninkhof looks forward to this new challenge: “I’m proud of this opportunity and look forward to working with Ivo, Yvonne, and our entire team to take Van Heek Textiles to the next level. We are building on a strong foundation and jointly focusing on efficiency, innovation, and market expansion.”
Ivo Egbers, Financial Director, also shares his confidence: “Mark has already proven to be a valuable asset to Van Heek Textiles thanks to his knowledge and approach. I look forward to continuing to build a future of growth and innovation together.”
We congratulate Mark on his new role and look forward to the success and innovation this strong executive team will bring to Van Heek Textiles.