Royal Louwman Group announces the appointment of Vincent Jorritsma as CEO, effective 1 August. In addition, Ton van Veen and Cor Baltus have been appointed to the Supervisory Board. With these appointments, Louwman Group ensures continuity in leadership and strengthens its governance in the next phase of the family-owned business.
Vincent Jorritsma is currently working as CEO at Toyota Louwman Financial Services, a joint venture between Toyota Financial Services and Louwman Group, where he has made a strong contribution to the organization’s development and growth in recent years. Before joining Toyota Louwman Financial Services, he worked at Nimag (importer of Suzuki automobiles, motorbikes and outboard engines) in the Netherlands, where he gained extensive experience in the automotive and mobility sector and worked closely with dealers and dealer networks. With his experience, knowledge of the business, and his entrepreneurial leadership, he is perfectly positioned to lead the company into the next phase.
Eric Louwman, President of Louwman Group: “With Vincent we are bringing in a leader who knows our organization well and also looks ahead. He brings energy and a clear vision for the future of mobility. Strengthening our valuable relationships with our partners will remain a key priority in the next phase. We are confident that he will successfully lead Louwman Group into the next phase.”
Vincent Jorritsma succeeds Paul de Krom, who recently stepped down as CEO after completing an important phase of strategic repositioning.
Strengthening the Supervisory Board
As of June, Ton van Veen and Cor Baltus have joined the Supervisory Board as members. They bring extensive leadership experience and strong sector knowledge.
Ton van Veen worked for over twenty years at the family-owned business Jumbo, including roles as CFO and CEO, and played a key role in the company’s growth into the second-largest supermarket chain in the Netherlands.
Cor Baltus has an extensive track record in the automotive sector and previously served as CEO of Alliance Automotive Group Benelux and Germany, where he led the growth and further professionalization of the organization.
With their experience in growth, transformation, and international business, they will strengthen oversight of Louwman Group’s future development. Louwman Group will remain focused on strengthening and growing its activities, with a clear focus on automotive, bicycles and mobility services. Building on the strategic choices made in recent years.