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Insights from Zollikofer's Annual Meeting: Challenges, Opportunities, and Team Building 📊 💡 🤝 At our annual meeting with Zollikofer's regional and international teams, the focus was not only on exchanging ideas about current challenges and developments but also on strengthening our team bond. Over the course of two days, all departments had the opportunity to share their recent successes and challenges, and reflect together with colleagues from various areas. Key Topics: Each department shared their experiences and presented a SWOT analysis for the future direction of the company. Particularly interesting were the insights into the changes in the wood market: The sector continues to face significant challenges, with new market entrants and the ongoing weakness of the economy, especially in the construction industry, putting pressure on the industry. Our Conclusion: Despite the uncertain market conditions, the Zollikofer Group is well-prepared for the future with a broad product portfolio and an experienced team. What stands out as especially important is the recognition that stronger communication and collaboration within the team are key to our success. We have already developed concrete measures to enhance this, which we plan to implement over the coming months. External Insights and Exciting Tours: A highlight of the event was the external input we received from Nicolas Christoph, Head of the Wind Power Division at Koehler Renewable Energy. Additionally, we had the opportunity to visit the combined heat and power plant at Koehler Paper's Oberkirch site, as well as gain fascinating insights into the world of the Julius Renner Winery. Such events remind us of the value of personal exchange and the collaborative process of finding solutions within a strong team. We look forward to the future with new ideas and even closer teamwork. #Teambuilding #Future #WoodMarket #WindPower #Innovation #Zollikofer

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 ❄️📈💐 Have you been following our series on Data-Driven Insights? In episode three, Jeroen van der Hulst talks to Julius Post, Business Development Manager Fresh at Air France KLM Martinair Cargo, about the innovative quality steps the company has taken to enhance their cool chains, in line with FlowerWatch's quality standards. Watch it now 👉▶️ Questions? Reach out to FlowerWatch at contact@flowerwatch.com. #Floriculture #Flowers #AFKLMPCargo #Quality #SupplyChains #ColdChains

Ambassadors of the past: at Vaess, working here means staying connected for life. In 2024, four remarkable, former employees of #Vaess, Dutch food engineers, formerly known as Vaessen-Schoemaker, were celebrating their 81st birthday. Together, Willy Heppenhuis, Jan Quist, Gerhard Schepers and Dick Coulier dedicated an extraordinary 145 years and 5 months of service to the company. Each of them, excelling in their own discipline, reflects with pride on a career, rich in impactful contributions and cherished memories at this unique organization. Jan Quist: "Together, we completed 145 years and 5 months of employment at Vaessen-Schoemaker. Each from our own discipline, we still feel proud of our time at this company, contributing to a legacy that continues to innovate and lead in food solutions." These four ambassadors of the past represent the foundation upon which Vaess has built its success: responsibility, quality, innovation, efficiency and dedication. While these principles were not defined in the same way at the time, they have been instrumental in shaping the company’s journey. Today, these values form the driving forces behind our vision for the future. At Vaess, loyalty goes beyond honoring the past; it’s about collaborating to create what comes next. Together with our partners and customers, we strive every day to develop food for tomorrow. Guided by the same spirit of collaboration and excellence, we innovate responsibly, efficiently, and with a focus on quality that ensures long-lasting impact. As we look ahead to our centennial milestone, we honor the past while staying firmly committed to shaping a future defined by innovation and connectedness. That’s why we say, at Vaess: “working here means staying connected for life.” #Vaess #foodfortomorrow #loyalty #innovation #ambassadors #connection

Building a standout employer brand starts long before someone becomes a potential employee. That’s why at Agristo, we’re dedicated to reaching out to students, transforming them into Potatoholics even before they hit the workfloor. 🍟   Every study period, we open our doors wide to students, inviting them to soak up the Agristo vibes firsthand. Screens, snacks, vibrant colleagues and of course, French fries on Friday! Cause we’re not just about crafting the best fries – we’re about creating the best team. The Agristo vibe, is a vibe you can only truly experience by spending a few days with us. #EmployerBranding #Potatoholics

Olympic Legacy: Celebrating Victories with Sustainable Packaging The Olympic Games may have ended, but the pride of our athletes' achievements endures. How do we keep these gold medals, symbols of dedication and triumph, shining bright for years to come? 🏅 Preserving Excellence At Richpack, we're dedicated to creating packaging that honors your victories and respects our planet. Our custom solutions help to protect the medals from wear and oxidation. 🌱 Elegance with a Green Heart Sustainability and grace go hand in hand in our eco-friendly packaging. We craft cases that keep your medals gleaming, all while leaving a lighter footprint on the Earth. 🌿 Charting a Greener Path Stay tuned for our next post, where we'll explore Richpack's dedication to sustainable packaging. We're leading the way in a packaging evolution that values both the Earth and human achievement. ✅Let's Connect: We invite you to share your views on sustainable packaging's role in honoring sports legacies. Together, let's drive the conversation on sustainability in all we do 👉https://lnkd.in/gadyThSQ #OlympicLegacy #EcoPackaging #MedalCare #SustainableExcellence #Richpack #Olympic2024

🌎 For #WorldCleanUpDay, colleagues from STI-Scandinavia AB joined forces with our sister company HAVI Sverige in Tumba and the STI (Deutschland) GmbH team alongside the HAVI Germany team in Duisburg. Armed with gloves, pick-up forks, and plenty of motivation, the teams were ready to collect litter and showcase great #teamwork across borders. What appeared to be clean areas revealed a surprising amount of waste upon closer inspection. 🔍 It’s incredible to see what the teams collected. This experience serves as a reminder of how easily litter can accumulate unnoticed. It also highlights the significant impact that waste has on our environment and underscores the importance of caring for our shared spaces. 🖼 A big thank you to all team members in Sweden and Germany who contributed their time and effort to this initiative. 👏 Let's not wait for another World Clean Up Day to make a difference; by staying mindful in our daily lives, we can all play a part in creating a #cleaner, #healthier environment. We have the power to make a real difference together! 💪🏽 #stifreightmanagement #worldcleanupday #teamwork #takingqualityteextramile #volunteering #helpourplanet #greenerfuture

As we move into the final stretch of 2024, take a moment to reflect on your team's achievements this year. What worked well? What can be improved? Planning for 2025 starts with understanding your successes and challenges. Let’s strategise together! #IntegratedSellingStrategies #InvestForSuccess #SalesStrategies #MillerHeiman #KornFerry #Growth2025 #PeopleDevelopment

Exciting times for air up! 🌍 💚 Last week marked a major milestone for air up®: the machine acceptance test for our new Pod Box machine in the Netherlands. My co-founder Fabian was there to witness it, and it’s the start of an exciting new chapter for us. ✨ With this machine, we’re introducing a fully paper-based solution for air up Pods, setting a new standard for sustainable packaging. 🌱 But that’s not all—this is also the birth of Pod City, the vision of Tobias Klostermann brought to life. Pod City is a central hub where Pod production, packaging, and fulfillment all happen under one roof, minimizing the need for truck transport between production sites and warehouses across Europe. 🚚 This not only simplifies our supply chain but significantly reduces our environmental footprint. Choosing the right partner to make this vision a reality was no small task. We started by evaluating 17 potential suppliers, using 133 criteria to assess quality, manufacturing capabilities, and fulfillment expertise. After an in-depth selection process—including pitches and audits—we chose Kuehne+Nagel as our Pod City partner. Their professionalism and strategic location in Veghel, Netherlands, make them the perfect fit for this ambitious project. This collaboration helps us keep our promise to rethink hydration while minimizing environmental impact. 🤝 Moments like this remind me how far we’ve come—and how much we owe to the incredible team at air up—you all make this possible. THANK YOU! 💛

📢 In the latest edition of Livsmedel i fokus magazine, Tove Chevalley talks about the critical changes needed to foster a healthy and sustainable food system. Don’t miss the chance to explore her vision for the future of food! #foodsystem #sustainability #innovation #transformation

“𝘐𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥, 𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘥𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦. 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘧𝘦𝘸 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴, 𝘸𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘢 𝘣𝘪𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘳, 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳, 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘚𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦.” - Sogrape Yearbook 2023 “Cultivating the Future”   In our new INSEAD case 📗“𝑺𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒆: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒓𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝑾𝒊𝒏𝒆” https://lnkd.in/eVanjwmx, Professor Felipe Monteiro and Anne-Marie Carrick explore how SOGRAPE has grown to become #Portugal's largest #wine company for over 100 years. The company has successfully balanced tradition with #innovation to drive positive societal change and build a more #sustainable and inclusive future.   Discover how SOGRAPE, armed with knowledge from the past and modern technologies, practiced predictive rather than reactive management. This was crucial for the wine business affected by major factors such as #climatechange, competitive forces, government, and public pressure.   The case is available on our website 👉https://lnkd.in/eVanjwmx   Special thanks to 𝐒𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲, in particular Joana Bahia, for their collaboration!   #INSEADcases #casestudies #newcase #wineindustry #sustainability