"dynamics of the people and the company, our international playing field and the company values of our group are what drive me to make Gaastra a smashing success."
Questions to Marc Kooiman, Gaastra
My career in fashion began in 1986 when I was studying business administration in Groningen. I learned the ropes of the retail trade on the shop floor. The customers and the work itself really stole my heart, so once I finished my degree I decided to pursue my dream of working in the fashion industry. After a number of stints in international sales, marketing and buying in both the wholesale and retail trade, I ended up at Gaastra in May 2001. The challenge was to make a traditional Dutch line of sportswear more international and fashionable. While I think we can be proud of what we have achieved, it still is not enough. Now it’s upward and onward to conquer the rest of Europe. That’s what I and a group of enthusiastic and committed colleagues are part of every day. The dynamics of the people and the company, our international playing field and the company values of our group are what drive me to make Gaastra a smashing success.
Besides my work I also have a son and daughter and I like spending free time with my family. I also enjoy sport, travel and culinary outings.
