Following Carpetright's recent collapse attempts have been made for recovery and growth, with various shareholders, like Tapi Carpets having stepped in to salvage assets and bring relief. Now, news has just come in that the Dutch branch of Carpetright has been given a lifeline, as two key directors have stepped in to take ownership of the company. Their vision is to transform the flooring retailer into a modern, resilient business that can thrive in the years ahead.
Gideon Tienkamp, CEO, and Maikel Hofman, CFO, recently shared news of their acquisition via LinkedIn. Their ambitious plan includes embracing technological advancements, enhancing customer service by expanding the team of home advisors, and revamping the stores.
Carpetright Europe shares: 'We are proud to share that the management of Carpetright Netherlands has recently taken over the company. Under the leadership of Gideon Tienkamp and Maikel Hofman MSc RC, both of whom have been closely associated with Carpetright for many years, we are working on a strategy to transform our company into a future-proof organization. This strategy focuses on technological advancements, expanding the team of in-home advisors, and renovating our stores into an innovative, inspiring, and forward-looking retail concept.
With a rich history spanning over 40 years, 78 locations in the Netherlands, and a strong position as the market leader in flooring according to INretail, we continue to support our customers with high-quality products and services. From flooring and window coverings to rugs and staircase renovations, we strive to inspire, provide peace of mind, and deliver excellent service.
Together with our 400 colleagues, we look forward with great confidence to this new phase in our development!'