We, Thermaflex

I’m Gerhard Janca. I started at Thermaflex 1992 at the age of 20y right after I graduated at a Federal Higher Technical Institute and military service. I started as an internal technical service engineer doing all the little accruing things in a company. After 7 years I became responsible for engineering & network design as the specialist within the Austrian subsidiary and since 2005 I support my colleagues in the CEE countries.

I am an Engineer with body & soul and love my field of activities within Thermaflex.I have a basic green attitude and try to stimulate other people preserving resources for future generations. 15 years ago I introduced the waste separation in the Austrian subsidiary.

I’m a passionate do-it-yourselfer and love to spend my spare time working in my garden. In my winter holiday I go skiing in Austria and try to keep myself fit with regular sport activities.

My name is Joop. All employees in Waalwijk know who I am, which is not surprising because I've worked at Thermaflex since 1980. I am one of the employees of the first hour and I have seen Thermaflex grow from a small company that was primarily focused on the Dutch market, into an international company with production- and sales facilities throughout the world.

As Machine Operator, for many years now I am in charge of my own production line. There is plenty of action every day, including testing of new sheet materials and further improvement of the process. When 'my' production line is inactive I help out my colleagues at other production lines.

Health and vitality are very important to me; I keep fit by moving a lot. Every day I bike to work and I run on weekends. Through self-study (mainly Internet) I have now become an expert in the field of healthy food. I try to raise awareness in my colleagues about the impact of eating healthy on their overall condition. Because a healthy production process starts with an healthy operator.

My name is Peter Van den Broecke and I am the sales and marketing Manager for Thermaflex Asia. I started in this position end of December 2014. I am happy to be part of Thermaflex Asia, because despite being small, I strongly believe we can create a unique footprint in the South East Asian region. Combining our sustainable solutions together with partner companies who share the same durable passion for making a positive impact on our lives and those of generation to come.

I Am A Belgian and worked for over 24 years in Europe, in mid and big size chemical companies in several International roles before moving to Thailand just under 3 years ago.
Other than Thermaflex our 14 month old son will ensure I have plenty to do whenever he sees his chance and I am a key learner at every moment of time of any new things

My name is Florian Ionita, I live in Bucarest – Otopeni, I’m married and have two wonderful children. I love my family, thus I am striving to build something for the future and having a positive impact on the earth what was actually the reason for me to start at Thermaflex.

I started my personal Thermaflex story in October 2008, I was working for Thermaflex as a consultant in order to open the subsidiary in Romania. In February 2009 I became officially part of the Thermaflex family as the National Sales director and Business developer for the Romanian market.

My professional passion is Business Development. As business developer I’m building relationships and prepare the conditions for Thermaflex to become part of large projects and tenders in the Romanian market.

In my spare time I’m passionate about Sports especially mountain hiking around the globe, bicycling with my racing cycle and downhill skiing in Austria. I start every day of my life with Gymnastic!

My name is Paiboon Napen. I started working at Thermaflex Asia in 1989. I joined initially in the position of packer but after 10 years, I have been promoted to the position Production Teamleader where I still work now

Previously, I did not have much knowledge of the foam insulation. I started to study and learn about foam insulation for the first time here. I am happy to work with Thermaflex Asia. We have good welfare and just like a big family we do activities together. Each and all of us are friendly colleagues, we always help each other.

I have 2 daughters. My eldest daughter will graduate from university next year. My younger daughter is in Mathayom 3. Another thing that I am proud of is that I am the employee with the longest service in Thermaflex Asia. I thank Thermaflex for enabling me to live a good and happy life.

My name is Kittisophon Thongsirirat, my nickname Bo. I started working with Thermaflex as Technical Sales Support role in 2012. In 2013 I was invited to join the international conference. At those conferences employees can share and exchange knowledge and it made me understand the turn we were taking from products to fully sustainable smart solutions supplier. Just Recently I have been promoted to be the manager of the Systems and Solutions department.

In Thermaflex I enjoy every day a good and friendly collegial environment. The Factory is like my home and colleague are like family. I appreciate the “work life” balance that I can have here In my free time I can do activities that I couldn’t do before such as bicycling, playing the guitar travelling and doing fitness. I also often ride my big motorcycle (its name is “V”) and when I have time I like to discover places I have never been to before

My name is Martin Bolanos from Mexico, based in Cancun. I studied mechanical Engineering and have some background on the HVAC industry. I joined Thermaflex on January 2014 as a Business Development Manager for Central America and the Caribbean. Now I have the opportunity and an important challenge as a SMA Team Leader for LATAM.

Working for Thermaflex has given me a more concrete vision of Energy Savings and taking care of environment. I try to live every day and everywhere this philosophy by reinforcing our Stakeholders approach and looking for healthy business for our company. I truly believe in continuous improvement, hard work, honesty and clear communication in order to have successfully relationships.

I usually swim, run and go to the movies. I love to spend my free time with my son Patricio at the beach, solving puzzles, talking a walk at the Kabah Park. I also like to see NFL games every weekend.

I got to know Thermaflex when I was working as a technician in one of the first projects they realized in Panama and I was impressed by the new technologies they brought and the service they provided in terms of trainings and technical support. When later I learned they were looking for a technical support guy, I applied for the job and they hired me. Now being with Thermaflex for four years, I can look back at an interesting journey where I have been able to develop myself technically but also commercially and as a person, working with many different stakeholders on a daily basis.

And not only in Panama but in many other countries in the region since within the position the regional responsible for Project Realization that I hold today, I´ve had the chance to get in touch with many other cultures, also through colleagues from other parts of the world.

The dynamic culture of Thermaflex, characterized by a flat structure, requests quite some responsibility and own initiative but when you fit in this type of environment (which is not typical for Latin America), there is a great opportunity to learn and grow.

Working for Thermaflex is challenging and exciting. Thermaflex is a dynamic, family owned, company with great ambitions with its headquarters in the Netherlands but active in many parts of the world. As a company that focusses on thermal distribution, we are per definition contributing to the environment through energy savings. But Thermaflex doesn´t stop there and is thinking about how to incorporate the circular economy into its business model, making us future proof and helping the planet to also become future proof. For the generations to come, and since I became a dad, I am much more conscious on that.

To work in a different country and culture, act within and between many different cultures, has made the last 5 years I´ve been working with Thermaflex an interesting journey, and something that also is aligned with one of my interests: Cooking and knowing the world, when possible in Bike. Just remember, I am Dutch, and definitely we are in a bike mood.

The level of responsibility and at the same time room for initiative that are characteristic of the horizontal structure within Thermaflex, created the circumstances to develop myself both professionally and personally. I´m grateful to be part of the LATAM team that works hard and passionately every day to reach the goals we´ve set out for ourselves.

My name is Wantana Sampaothong, nickname is Tom. I work as Financial and Information Manager. I joinedThermaflex Asia in 1993. At first I decided to work for this company because of the welfare and benefits they offer to employees. But after 2-3 years working with Thermaflex I fell in love with this organization. The management in Thailand understands well the Thai culture and that is important. I have the 2 children the eldest is daughter, she is studying at the University. My son is studying a marine course.

There are many stories and experiences to tell which happened during the time I worked here, both with joy and sorrow. Thermaflex in Thailand is about working as a team, it is like a big family.
Thermaflex Asia takes care and is attentive supporting the employees life and their families. I'm happy to be working with the company.

My name is Juan Camilo Amaya Castro, I work as a "Regional Marketeer" for Latam, based in Bogota-Colombia. I Joined the Latam Marketing Team in 2015. Reasons for me to join Thermaflex as a Company were: The philosophy of the Company about doing businesses with a strong emphasis on being sustainable and responsible with the environment, besides its constant and inner innovative essence of creating solutions.

Reasons to join this Marketing Team were associated with: challenges, continuous learning, an informal and diverse culture, continuous change, conditions that promote self-and-professional development, a set of transparent leaders, and most importantly, a clear objective to pursue and to work for, with a deep impact in our lives: Environmental sustainability.

Finally, and to complement, the work in Thermaflex lets me have work-life balance, which has a great importance for my, letting me share quality-time with my family, for traveling, dancing Latin rhythms, and for practicing sports, like running, swimming, and attend the gym.

My name is Karem Nathaly Moreno, working as a marketing and communications executive in LATAM. I joined Thermaflex in August 2014. I've been 9 years working in marketing for several companies and my last experience was in a mall in Bogota. I joined because I saw in Thermaflex a professional and business projection, and because I like challenges. When it comes to challenges, I always like to beat them!

Working with Thermaflex has given me the opportunity to grow professionally and have more responsibilities and I'm still here because I would like to continue learning, growing the LATAM region and reaching further professional achievements.

I am passionate about my work and my career. On the other side, in my free time I enjoy watching television series such as "game of thrones", and traveling when I have de chance to do it. These are mostly my ways of feeling happy.

My name is Nico Grossmann and I am 19 years old. I work as a volunteer for the fire department.Since 2013 I work with Thermaflex Central Europe. I needed an apprenticeship during my 3 years education as a Warehouse Logistic Operator. This job enables me to live my passion: every working day I am able to drive with a forklift truck!

I remember the job interview and the first meeting with my collegues: they were so nice to me! 
After two years I still have fun with them every day and that’s important because we are dependent on teamwork. My collegues in the warehouse always help me and I help them too. Although the work can be hard sometimes.

Working with an international company gives me the opportunity to talk English with truckdrivers. About one year I will finish my education and would like to stay with Thermaflex!

Pleasure to meet, my name is Nelienke Bosch, as SMA (Strategic Market Arena) specialist / Business Developer I am responsible for today’s and tomorrow’s success of our clients, using the Thermaflex solutions. My home base in the head office in Waalwijk, which services North Western Europe. As First Line Team member for NIC (National & International Chains), I represent NWE in the international NIC organisation. Before joining the Dutch office in 2013, I worked for 10 years with Thermaflex Latin America, based out of Mexico.

What excites me in working with Thermaflex is our sustainable mission, making ethical choices, adding real value and connecting with internal and external stakeholders, who share the same values and beliefs. The company offers a lot of freedom to fulfil our roles and offers many development opportunities. My main driver is to connect with people, share my knowledge, learn from others and jointly achieve our sustainable goals. This is also what I practice as the chairlady of the Ladies Circle for the Den Bosch region.

I'm Karolina and I am responsible for marketing in North East Europe since 8 years. During this period of time, I have been witnessing many changes occurring in Thermaflex. What is now absolutely certain, is that the company constitutes a reliable business partner and takes care of environment we live in. The emphasis on nature has become an integral part of the organization.

My position in Thermaflex enabled me to spread my wings and develop myself. However, not only those aspects are significant, since we compose a team, which inspires, supports and approaches jobs with full responsibility. Our work is based on a partnership model, regardless of the position.

I'm not a person who prefers the easiest way and I always rise to challenges. If the bar is set higher, we want it even more. And here, in Thermaflex, there is a place for me.I started with simple things and when I look back I can remember how proud I was when I managed to deal with those small issues – small, but how crucial for me!

My hobby is yoga, thanks to which I find a balance between my career and personal life. Yoga suppresses this side of my personality, which is constantly unsatisfied and wants something new.
I am a mother of teenage Alicja and a blissfully happy wife. Together with my family, we are a fantastic trio and we complement and learn from each other.

My name is Prajak Prakobkit. I work as a sale representative in the position of “Projects Manager” and pre-fabricated products specialist. I joined Thermaflex Asia back in 1995. I like to solve the insulation installation difficulties of my client as every problem brings some new challenge...

I have 2 sons and most of the time apart from my job, I spend time with them. I am very happy when we do family activities or when I help them improve their English language ... The whole family is well connected to my colleagues and managers as we know each other’s for a long time, just like a big family. We do several activities together.

Thermaflex takes care of families and employees. That ensures the support of my family regarding my working life. I am very happy to work here due to the company openness for employees self-development.

I am Łukasz and I have been in charge of sales in Thermaflex for 7 years. Initially, I was connected with Customer Service Department but currently I am a part of the Engineering department.

I perceive Thermaflex as my home where a working atmosphere is wonderful. This is a perfect place for those who want to participate actively in improving the quality of our environment. Thermaflex is a powerful company with vast experience in insulation and modern solutions, which enables self-development for every employee. In short, Thermaflex is a recipe for the safe future.

What is holding me here? A great team and widely understood possibilities of development offered by the company. Both a vision and a mission responding perfectly to my daily life, based on saving. A significant aspect of work is achievement. As far as my position is concerned, each satisfied customer is a success. It is connected with the quality of our products and services. If I were to focus on my greatest achievement, I would choose an order for the first biogas plant in Poland, with the use of Flexalen system. For the rest, I'm interested in film and music. In my spare time, I play football and support Formula 1 drivers.

Thermaflex is a group of creative people with various views, ages and experiences, who form a skilled, sometimes erratic team. However, Thermaflex is primarily an organisation which takes care of our environment for us and for the next generations. Also charitable activities and the company's involvement in helping people should be pointed out.

Participation in the recruitment procedure for the post of a Recovery Coordinator 7 years ago was a step into adult life. These years brought me experience and new skills in accounting. I have added recovery area to my responsibilities, thanks to which I have acquired the ease of communication. I also got married and I have two daughters, who I spend my time with. Every day I show them how we can take pleasure in little things, not only material objects. We enjoy short camping trips during which we prepare healthy dishes, live in harmony with nature and ourselves and simply feel free.

My name is Noppaphop Suwannapoom but my friends call me "Phot". I work as a production manager since I started with Thermaflex Asia in November 2009. Before I joined the team, I was working in the automotive part industry and household appliances. Initially I had to learn a lot about the production of foam which Thermaflex Asia gives opportunities for all staffs to participate in all development areas.

Something which makes me happy is a smooth production process without mistakes. However, when problems occur, I'm ready to solve them efficiently.

My colleagues are always willing to help each others when problems occur. Thermaflex is a lean organization, from products, to manufacturing processes and deeply concerned about the environment. I believe that the mission and goal of Thermaflex is real and sustainable. My life is happy, I have a good job, good family, good friends so I'm happy to be a part of Thermaflex.

My name is Miranda Eekels, I work as Organisation Development Specialist for the North-West Europe region. I joined Thermaflex in June 1999, in a Management Support role. Reason for me to join Thermaflex was the diversified and challenging role within an international, family run, business. I like working for Thermaflex because of the informal culture, the friendly colleagues and the opportunities for me to learn and grow.

My work-life balance is also very important to me, the balance between a challenging job and time for my other passions. One of my great passions is sports. I like to run, play tennis, golf and ride on my motorcycle. Leading a healthy life, being fit and energetic is important for me. As program coordinator of the ´Vitality program´ in the Netherlands I can also support the vitality of my colleagues. The program will continue in the coming year(s) with all kinds of activities focused on leading a healthy and energetic life.

My experience working for Thermaflex is very singular. This company has a different dogma among others; there is no hierarchy level. Each one is responsible of his/her area, we have autonomy in our positions, always reporting but feeling free for taking decisions. They also don’t show just interest for their own; also take into consideration taking care of environment.

I love my job because I feel comfortable developing my position and the most important thing is that they gave me the opportunity to grow with the company always taking in consideration my opinions. Here they have given me the opportunity to learn new and different things and to share my knowledge with others.

I’m proud to be part of this big family.

My name is Yarko Picavet. I’m the international ICT Expert. Why Thermaflex? I wasn’t striving for a typical IT consultant job after my study “Business informatics”, my goal was to have a much broader scope. That is exactly how it works at Thermaflex, plenty of room for new ideas and creativity!

So I started my journey within the company 16 years ago. From system manager in the Netherlands – switches and cables! - towards all-round international expert in the field of ICT. This international role suits me very well. I was born in Peru, I speak different foreign languages and like travelling a lot. I want to learn and understand different local cultures, customs and traditions during my business travels in order to better understand my international colleagues.

At home I keep connected to my ICT background, I like domotics, home automation! My family is not always happy with this as they sometimes get confused on how to activate the lights, heating or TV. As an ICT expert learning never stops, no time to lay back, I always have to keep track of new developments and of course new gadgets.

I’m Rafał and I’ve been involved in production management for 8 years. For me, Thermaflex brings together people who want to introduce innovative solutions and respect the dialogues between people – everyone has an opportunity to contribute. There aren't any communication barriers and we can talk to each other, regardless of ones position in the company.

For me, Thermaflex is a place where my interests and predispositions may be used. I share my technical knowledge, management experience and, at the same time, I can improve my skills in various fields. The introduction of improvements which make our work more effective satisfies me the most.

My hobbies have been always connected with technique. As a child I used to repair different things, such as my motorcycle. My latest purchase is an antique car Citroen 2CV from 1979, which I renovated. Besides a garage, I spend free time in my garden. I'm interested in architecture, non-fiction historical and travel books. I also enjoy mountain biking.

My name is Silke Matisovits-Bauer. Actually I started at Thermaflex Austria as temporary employee for a colleague in maternity-leave for 1 year. After this exiting period, Thermaflex gave me the opportunity for a challenging position as Marketing Communication Specialist for the Austrian market and at the same time to build up together with an international team the Marketing Communication for the Thermaflex Group.

I have been working for Thermaflex for more than on decade already and in this time some colleagues became more than that – Friends! I love the challenges what especially appear for Marketing Communication from our Mission to become a sustainable company.

In my spare time I love travelling & hiking, experience other cultures, reading and photography. One of my life adventures was a world-journey over three months resulting in 10.000 pictures!

My name is Marion Säuberlich, I am 58 years old and work with Thermaflex Central Europa since 1994. At that time of huge change in Eastern Europe I took my chance to work for a newly established Dutch based company named Thermaflex.

They build a new office with modern labour conditions and sold new products. I got the chance to work as management assistant for a small management team, worked with new computers and computerprograms, recruited new employees. I organised and coordinated everything that was needed for the growing company. As an active and adventurous woman, who drives a motorbike in my sparetime, this expanding business situation suited me well.

Thermaflex still enables me to fulfill my full potential. Nowadays Thermaflex Central Europe is a much bigger company in which I support Purchasing, Ordermanagement and Technical Service. All these years I had fun learning new competences and skills and like to continue learning and working for Thermaflex next ten years.