Meet the Visualize Expo advisory board
The Visualize Expo advisory board consists of professionals from various segments of the graphic and visual communication industry. They advise and collaborate with the Visualize Expo team on positioning, content, target audiences and partnerships, ensuring that Visualize Expo is closely aligned with the needs of the market.
Huib Kolen
Huib Kolen is Marketing Director Benelux at Ricoh, where he is responsible for the regional marketing strategy. During his career at Ricoh, he has progressed from Business Development Specialist to strategic marketing leader. Huib combines technical product and market knowledge with a strong focus on customer needs and segmentation.
Jordy de jong
Jordy de Jong is Marketing & Business Development Manager at Probo. He is responsible for the marketing strategy and for developing new market opportunities for print professionals. Guided by Probo’s mission to enable future-proof entrepreneurship, he connects the market with Probo’s production house: an advanced ecosystem of machines, materials and applications.
Nadine van eeuwijk
Nadine van Eeuwijk works within the marketing team at Canon Benelux.. She develops and coordinates marketing activities with a strong focus on commercial effectiveness and consistent brand representation. Event organisation is an important and recurring part of her role.
“At Canon, we believe in the power of imagery and innovation. Taking part in Visualize Expo 2027 gives us the opportunity to demonstrate how print and digital technology come together, and how we inspire our customers to push boundaries in visual communication.”
René de Heij
René de Heij is Managing Director at Print.com and is responsible for the continued growth, strategy and positioning of the online print platform. Previously, he held roles including Managing Director at Drukwerkdeal and Probo. With his extensive experience in online print, scalable growth models and commercial strategy, René makes a direct contribution to Visualize Expo.
bART LAUWAERT
Bart Lauwaert is responsible for sales and marketing at Grafische Groep Matthys and serves on the board of the Vouwkarton Platform. He has more than 20 years of experience in the graphic sector, specialising in cold-foil print finishing for folding carton packaging. He is also active within the Dutch Association of Packaging Professionals.
Hendrik Koemans
Hendrik Koemans holds a management position at Inkcups and has extensive international experience in the graphic, promotional and print industries. His career includes sales, marketing and management roles, including at Philip Morris International and within the promotional sector. He has in-depth knowledge of product materials and printing techniques for promotional and industrial applications.
Gerjanne van der Horn
Gerjanne van der Horn is Team Manager Visual Communication (VISCOM) at IGEPA and a trusted point of contact for customers. She explores every question in depth and keeps searching until she has found the best solution. Together with product managers and marketing colleagues, Gerjanne ensures a clear direction, innovative products and effective communication, so customers always receive the solution that best suits their needs.
Jolanda de Graaf
Jolanda de Graaf is Marketing & Communications Manager at KVGO, the trade association representing more than 600 graphic businesses. As an experienced communications professional, she translates strategy into creative and visible communication. At KVGO, Jolanda focuses on future-oriented communication that builds trust, connects members and strengthens the profession.