Henk Smit

Henk Smit is a significant figure in the history and development of Kees Smit Tuinmeubelen, a Dutch company specializing in garden furniture. Here are some key details about Henk Smit:

Career at Kees Smit Tuinmeubelen

Henk Smit took over the family business Kees Smit Tuinmeubelen in 2011 at the age of 27.1 At that time, the company had about 35 employees and one location in Almelo. Under Henk's leadership, the company experienced significant growth:

• Expanded from a regional to a national and international player
• Grew to over 400 employees
• Established locations in Almelo and Amersfoort
• Launched online stores in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany

Ownership and Management Changes

In 2019, Henk Smit made a significant decision to share ownership of the company:

• He brought in Mitchel Oude Nijhuis (Director of E-Commerce and Marketing) and Ohannes Malihas (Director of Retail) as co-owners1
• Henk retained the majority stake in the family business

Recent Developments

In May 2024, a major change occurred in the ownership structure of Kees Smit Tuinmeubelen:

• The majority of shares were sold to Craft Capital, a Twente-based investment company2
• Henk Smit stepped down from his role as CEO but remains involved as a minority shareholder
• He will also take on a role in the Advisory Board2

Henk Smit's tenure as owner and CEO of Kees Smit Tuinmeubelen lasted from 2011 to 2024, during which time he significantly expanded the company's operations and reach.