Meet the team
Meet our soapies
Barend den Heijer
Chief Soap OfficerBarend den Heijer
"I regularly receive photos of Marcel’s Green Soap products from people around me. Usually with messages like ‘this one is truly lovely’, or ‘what a top-notch product’. How great it is that, with such a small team, we can make so many people happy with our Feel Good products. Every day, we’re firing on all cylinders from our Haarlem office to shake up industries that have been around for so long. Just look at the success of our refill packs, for example. We’re on the right track, and at the same time, we’ve only just begun!"
Ying Ma
Operations ManagerYing Ma
"As Operations Manager at The Green Soap Company, I ensure that our logistical operations run smoothly. Outside of work, I love being in the kitchen, where I enjoy cooking as a creative outlet. For this reason, I find our radish and bergamot dish soap both delightfully scented and perfect to use after a good cooking session. In addition, I cherish my plants as a form of relaxation. My role at this sustainable company perfectly brings together my love for pleasant scents, cooking, and greenery."
Anne van Dijk
Key Account ManagerAnne van Dijk
"No two days are the same; we work in a small and driven team and want to seize every opportunity! Furthermore, it contributes to preserving our planet, something we all hold in high regard. In my role as Junior Account Manager, I have a diverse client portfolio ranging from online to retail, so there is no shortage of variety in my work! Outside of work, you can often find me on the hockey pitch or involved in a committee, and I’m always up for a game."
Emma Nicol
Finance DirectorEmma Nicol
As a finance director, you have the luxury of choosing the industry you work in. Numbers will always be numbers, unless you find a really cool organization with a great story behind those numbers. I love all our products, not only because they contribute to a better world, but also because they are wonderful to use. Outside of work, I am a dedicated mother of three, so let's just say my laundry baskets are never empty and my house could always use a clean – definitely no punishment with our wonderful products!
Eefje Maquiné
Operations DirectorEefje Maquiné
Ever since the beginning of Marcel’s Green Soap, I have been focused on conceiving new, sustainable products and improving our current product range. One of my greatest passions is also one of the greatest passions at Marcel’s Green Soap: scents! Because innovation is our strength, I am in daily contact with suppliers and manufacturers to develop the finest sustainable products together. In my free time, you can often find me out in nature with my child, and I collect vintage perfumes!
Barbara de Jong
Business controllerBarbara de Jong
"As a business controller, I ensure our figures are just as clean as our products. From month-end closes to forecasts and budgets: I translate the numbers into insights that help us make better choices together. What I love about Marcel’s Green Soap? In our small team, you see the impact of your work immediately, all for a brand that makes the world a little cleaner. On top of that, I lead our plans around AI and automation, so we can work smarter and have more time for the fun stuff. Outside the office, I love being on the move: traveling, being outdoors, and surfing. And afterwards, cooking elaborate meals with my friends."
Manon van Vliet
Head of ContentManon van Vliet
"Why do I hop on my bike so cheerfully in the morning? Working for Marcel's Green Soap means working for a brand that makes not only the company, but the world a little better. Every day, we work with a small team on a big mission: making the entire laundry and cleaning products market sustainable. And when I get home? I play a game with my kids, take a sports class, or try out a recipe from the latest Ottolenghi cookbook."
Rick Brinkmann
Sales DirectorRick Brinkmann
"The best part about working at Marcel's Green Soap is that every day is different! We are still small and need to help each other wherever we can. Furthermore, the market is constantly evolving and sustainability is something no one can ignore anymore. Outside of work, you can regularly find me on the tennis or padel court, on the soccer field with my son, or out on my road bike (even when commuting to the office!). And of course, 'resetting' during a nice holiday with the family is always great too."
Lot Keler
Sustainability & Innovation ManagerLot Keler
"As a Sustainability & Innovation Manager, no two days are the same. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities, and it is precisely that dynamic that makes it so enjoyable and meaningful. We work in a small, driven team where sustainability is the common thread. You can feel the ‘roll up your sleeves’ mentality everywhere, and that creates a great flow and excellent results. After a workday, I head outside with my boyfriend and our dog Nona, preferably out onto the heath. Sometimes (read: often) we grab an ice cream on the way, and otherwise we wrap up the day at home with a drink, a game, and some good music."
Mick Das
E-commerce managerMick Das
“As an E-Commerce Manager, I work in a team where sustainability, creativity, and entrepreneurship go hand in hand. It is precisely that variety, combined with a clear mission, that makes working at Marcel’s Green Soap so enjoyable. It’s a place where ideas quickly come to life and everyone contributes to something bigger in their own way. That’s how I ensure you can always order your favorite soapies online! After work, I love to get out and about: from a gym class to catching up with friends or family over an extensive appetizer platter.”
Florine Niers
Junior Key Account ManagerFlorine Niers
As a Junior Key Account Manager, I ensure our products reach the right places and continue to shine there. I love a hands-on approach, gain energy from great collaborations with our clients, and feel happy seeing well-stocked shelves with our colorful bottles. No two days are the same, and that is exactly why I enjoy my work so much. Outside of work, I love spending time with friends and family or hunting for the latest food trends to experiment with in my own kitchen. And if you’re wondering what my favorite scent is? Without a doubt, Sandalwood & Cardamom – that one is number one by a long shot.
Eline Ravensbergen
Content CreativeEline Ravensbergen
Creativity and curiosity are the common thread throughout my life. In my spare time, I’m always looking for inspiration: from the latest films, theatrical performances, or fashion statements to a good conversation where we philosophize about life together. I bring that same curiosity into my role as Content Creative at Marcel's Green Soap. Because how great is it to be able to tell the stories behind our brand? Meanwhile, we continue to develop our products sustainably, which leads to new stories being created all the time. It is precisely that combination of the everyday, a playful wink, and our mission that makes me enjoy creating content for our socials every single day.
