Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) announced today a historic change in the management of its subsidiary Polyplastic Group. Effective June 1st 2020 Jan Peter Veeneman, current Managing Director of Polyplastic, will hand over this function to Jan Cees Santema.
Jan Peter Veeneman developed the Polyplastic Group over the last 25 years to become one of the leading acrylic window manufacturers in Europe. “My philosophy was to make recreational vehicles more valuable by bringing light from the outside in. We are not just selling windows, we are selling solutions,” said Mr. Veeneman.
In 1995 Jan Peter Veeneman took over Polyplastic from his father with the focus on providing outstanding window and glazing solutions. Mr. Veeneman has always given equal focus on nurturing and maintaining highly motivated and qualified team members, and these team members have helped Mr. Veeneman write an outstanding success story. Furthermore, through his position as a board member of the European Caravan Federation (ECF) and other associations Mr. Veeneman has made it his passion to significantly improve the image of the caravanning industry in Europe.
Jason Lippert, President and CEO of LCI, stated, “Jan Peter is an excellent entrepreneur and outstanding example of a leader focused on employees and customers. We sincerely thank him for his dedication and contribution to make Polyplastic a successful member of the LCI family. We will carry on the great tradition and reputation of his family business into the next generation, respecting all the hard work and dedication that it took to get Polyplastic where it is today."
The new Managing Director of Polyplastic will be
Jan Cees Santema. Mr. Santema has extensive experience in sales and manufacturing of chassis and plastic components. He has spent a major part of his career at VDL Group BV as Managing Director and various other international roles.
“Jan Cees Santema will no doubt be a great contributor to the the growth of LCI in Europe,” said Jim Menefee, President of Lippert Components Europe. Continued Menefee, “His background, combined with his strong leadership skills, make him a great fit for the LCI family.”
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