Eichholtz has appointed Albert van der Veen as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June, succeeding Michiel Herkemij.
The leadership change signals the next stage of growth for the Dutch luxury furniture, lighting and home accessories company, with expansion plans focused on the United States, Asia and its European home market.
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Strategic growth agenda
According to the company, Van der Veen's appointment is intended to accelerate three priorities: international expansion, broader commercial channels and continued professionalisation of the organisation.
Van der Veen previously served as CEO of growth business XD Connects and is described as bringing strong entrepreneurial experience in scaling brands and organisations.
He said the global appeal and quality of Eichholtz's collections create major opportunities, particularly in the US and Asia, and that he aims to work with the existing team to drive the next phase of development.
Transition for Michiel Herkemij
Outgoing CEO Michiel Herkemij will return to the company's Supervisory Board following the handover.
During his tenure, Eichholtz expanded into an internationally operating luxury brand with its own stores, shop-in-shop concepts and strategic partnerships. He said the company now has a strong foundation for continued international growth, making this a logical time to pass leadership onward.
About Eichholtz
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Noordwijkerhout, the Netherlands, Eichholtz employs around 120 people and operates globally through showrooms, retailers and shop-in-shop locations including Amsterdam, London, New York and Dubai.
The brand develops multiple collections annually, combining classic-inspired design with contemporary luxury. It is active in more than 100 countries, serving both residential clients and high-end hospitality projects.
Industry significance
The appointment comes as premium furniture brands increasingly seek experienced commercial leaders to capture international demand while balancing wholesale, direct retail and project channels. For Eichholtz, bringing in an executive with scaling expertise suggests a sharper focus on operational growth and deeper penetration in key global luxury markets.
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