10 questions for Suzanne

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Get to know the faces behind G-Nius. We’re giving you the opportunity to get to know our colleagues better by asking them 10 questions. This week, it’s Suzanne’s turn.

Suzanne Verheijden has been part of our team as a marketing and communications specialist since September 2020. It’s time to get to know her better.

1.Coffee or tea?

Tea. I can drink liters of tea.

2. Streaming service or TV?

Streaming.

3. Beach vacation or an active vacation?

A combination. I absolutely can’t sit still for long, or I’ll get bored. But I also love the sun. An ideal vacation would be, for example, a diving holiday. Dive in the morning, have lunch on the beach, and then back in the water. But I also want to see things. It’s a waste to go to a country and not experience any of the culture. So a combination of doing things, sightseeing, and the beach.

4. Morning person or night owl?

A morning person. Definitely. I love going out in the morning. It’s usually still nice and quiet. And the kids always wake up early, so I have to get up early. 😉

5. Breakfast or dinner?

That’s difficult… If I really have to choose, then dinner.

6. Cooking or dining out?

Dining out. I love good food. I also enjoy cooking, but since I have kids, I have less time to do it extensively.

7. Wine or beer?

Difficult, depends on the moment. Usually wine, but I also really enjoy a special beer.

8. Exercising or lounging on the couch?

Exercising! And preferably in nature.

9. Cycling or walking?

That depends on the moment and the weather. I love walking or running. But I also enjoy riding beautiful routes and pushing myself on the mountain bike.

10. Dog or cat?

Dog.

10 questions for Gijs-Jan

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Get to know the faces behind G-Nius. We give you the opportunity to get to know our colleagues better. For this purpose, we ask them 10 questions. This week, we present Gijs-Jan with the choice questions.

Gijs-Jan Deenen is the founder of G-Nius. His passion and strength lie in advising, guiding, and supporting business processes. It’s time to get to know Gijs-Jan better.

1.Coffee or tea?

Coffee.

2. Streaming service or TV?

Watching TV, detectives. Do you have a preference for British or Scandinavian detectives? Scandinavian.

3. Beach vacation or active vacation?

Active vacation. I always want to absorb a lot of culture. Old buildings, old cities, going somewhere, exploring the country, those kinds of things. Favorite destination? The world.

4. Morning person or night owl?

More of a morning person than a night owl.

5. Cooking or dining out?

Dining out. Any recommendations? I recently went to Fabuleux on Verwensstraat, it’s highly recommended!

6. Exercising or lounging on the couch?

Exercising.

7. Wine or beer?

Wine.

8. Cycling or walking?

Walking.

9. Dog or cat?

Dogs.

10. Breakfast or dinner?

Breakfast.

10 questions for Valerie

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Get to know the faces behind G-Nius. We give you the opportunity to get to know our colleagues better. This week, we present Valerie with 10 questions.

Valerie started as an intern at G-Nius in January 2022. She has since completed her internship with a solid 9(!) and has joined our team as a Junior Business Manager. It’s time to get to know Valerie better!

1.Coffee or tea?

Tea, green tea.

2. Streaming service or TV?

Streaming. What do you watch? Netflix, Videoland.

3. Beach vacation or active vacation?

Beach vacation. Where do you prefer to go? Somewhere very warm 😉

4. Morning person or night owl?

Morning person. I can easily wake up early without any problems.

5. Cooking or dining out?

I really enjoy cooking. What do you like to cook? Anything with pasta, also cakes for birthdays and couscous salad.

6. Exercising or lounging on the couch?

Exercising.

7. Wine or beer?

Wine.

8. Cycling or walking?

Cycling.

9. Dog or cat?

Dog.

10. Breakfast or dinner?

Dinner. I always enjoy Italian and sushi.

If you want to know more about Valerie or what she can do for you, feel free to contact her. She would be happy to invite you to get acquainted.

Welcome Nick Verspoor

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This month Nick Verspoor joined our team as Business Manager. With his years of knowledge and expertise, he knows how to make a perfect match between a client and an IT professional.

Nick has a no-nonsense mentality. He describes himself as a real go-getter who sees opportunities and uses them as optimally as possible.

When he’s not working, Nick likes to be active. In the early morning, he likes to put on his running shoes to start his working day with the right focus and mindset. When the working day is over, he prefers to spend his free time with his kids, family, friends, and relatives as much as possible.

Have drinks, good food, cook and above all do lots of fun things. You can say that Nick is a real bon vivant.

Are you curious about how Nick can help you with the next step in your career or with solving outstanding IT issues? Please contact him via 06 55 55 21 82 or nverspoor@g-nius.nl.

10 questions for Leo

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Get to know the faces behind G-Nius. We give you the opportunity to get to know our colleagues better by asking them 10 questions. This week, it’s Leo’s turn.

Leo has a long history with G-Nius. He started as an intern in 2005, and after graduating in 2007, he joined as a Junior Business Manager. After a brief stint between 2011 and 2012, he returned as a Business Manager. As G-Nius grew, Leo continued to develop himself. In 2018, he was appointed as Sales Director, and since June 1, 2022, Leo has been the Managing Director of G-Nius. It’s time to get to know Leo better.

1.Coffee or tea?

It depends on when. Coffee during the day, tea in the evening.

2. Beer or wine?

Beer.

3. Streaming service or TV?

TV. Do you have favorite shows? Not really. I enjoy watching Beau or Jinek and VI. I also watch a lot of live football and sports.

4. Beach vacation or active vacation?

Not a beach person at all, but I do like being by the pool. Any destination you’d like to visit? Before we had children, we had many active vacations. Australia, Japan, Argentina, America. It’s on the list to do with the kids when they’re a bit older. But for now, in this stage of my life, just a relaxing vacation. It doesn’t matter much where, as long as it’s not too far to travel and the sun is shining.

5. Cycling or walking?

Cycling.

6. Are you a morning person or an evening person?

Evening person. I can stay up late, go to bed late, and still wake up early. I don’t always enjoy getting up early, but it doesn’t bother me.

7. Cooking or dining out?

I enjoy cooking.

8. Breakfast or dinner?

Dinner. I usually skip breakfast. What’s your favorite food? Leek casserole, Babi ketjap, and just fries with a chicken drumstick.

9. Dog or cat?

Dog.

10. Exercising or lounging on the couch?

I actually enjoy both. I’ve had less time for exercising lately, though. It also depends on the day. But ideally, a combination of both.

If you want to know more about Leo, feel free to contact him. He would be happy to invite you for an introduction.

Collaboration with Liliane Foundation

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This year, we have entered into a collaboration with the Liliane Foundation. We are proud of this partnership because we believe in the valuable work they do. One of the ways we support them is by helping them find IT professionals to ensure optimal performance of their ICT department.

About the Liliane Foundation

Did you know that 80% of all children with disabilities live in the poorest parts of the world? They face not only the challenges of their disabilities but also the stigma and social exclusion that come with it. Unfortunately, this often results in a lack of equal rights and opportunities. Fortunately, the Liliane Foundation is dedicated to changing this.

They focus on improving the quality of life and future prospects for children with disabilities. They work towards creating an accessible living, playing, and learning environment, and contribute to an inclusive society where everyone can participate.

However, they do not do this alone. Together with local partners, the Liliane Foundation works hard to support children and their parents in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

They do this by:

  • Providing support for their development.
  • Creating a more accessible environment.
  • Offering the best possible customized care.

Throughout their work, they always prioritize the needs, situation, and individuality of each child.

Enabling a child with a disability to participate in society requires more than just direct support for the child. That is why the Liliane Foundation also invests in knowledge and awareness within the community.

To achieve structural improvement, they advocate for policy changes in areas such as healthcare, education, employment, and income.

Our Contribution

As we highly value a world where equal rights and opportunities are a given, we are proud to collaborate with the Liliane Foundation.

By helping them find IT professionals, we ensure that their ICT department can perform optimally. One of our professionals has already started as a Project Leader, contributing to an organisation that no longer needs to worry about ICT issues.

Additionally, this year we will make quarterly donations to contribute to building a better world for children with disabilities.

Would you like to make a contribution as well? Donate now and help create a better world for children with disabilities!

10 questions for Frank

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Get to know the faces behind G-Nius. We give you the opportunity to get to know our colleagues better by asking them 10 questions. This week, we present Frank with the choice questions.

Frank Claassen has been a Business Manager at G-Nius since 2017. He knows G-Nius and the market inside out. It’s time to get to know Frank better.

1.Coffee or tea?

Coffee.

2. Streaming service or TV?

Streaming. What do you prefer to watch? Occasionally a good movie. But sometimes there’s an overload, then you keep searching for something. It takes you fifteen minutes and you think, forget it. But I prefer watching a good series that grabs your attention and makes you want to keep watching.

3. Beach vacation or active vacation?

Active vacation. And do you have a preference for a country, destination, or activity? It can be warm, and I prefer a trek. For example, heading towards Argentina, moving from place to place. More of a journey than just a vacation. With a backpack? Yes, for me.

4. Are you a morning person or an evening person?

This is a good question… During my time in the hospitality industry, definitely an evening person. But as you get older, and let’s say the sun is shining and you’re up early, you think it’s really nice to enjoy the day.

5. Cooking or dining out?

I enjoy dining out. I don’t mind cooking once I know what I can make.

6. Exercising or lounging on the couch?

Exercising!

7. Wine or beer?

That’s a tough one… When I’m really thirsty, I can really enjoy a few beers. But I can also truly appreciate a good wine. Yes, it’s difficult, but I think I’ll go with wine.

8. Cycling or walking?

Regular cycling doesn’t appeal to me, I prefer mountain biking, but I don’t do it enough. Then I walk or run. So I’ll go with walking.

9. Dog or cat?

Dog.

10. Breakfast or dinner?

Dinner. What’s your favorite food? Pizza.

Would you like to get to know Frank better? He would be happy to tell you more about himself and his work.

Leo Keller appointed Managing Director

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On June 1, 2022, Leo Keller was appointed Managing Director of G-Nius BV. With this appointment, he takes over from Gijs-Jan Deenen, founder of G-Nius. This means that Leo is responsible for the general and day-to-day operations of the company. In addition, he will continue to focus on the further growth and development of G-Nius.

Leo has a long history at G-Nius. In 2005 he started as an intern at the company during his studies. After graduating in 2007, he started as Junior Business Manager. After a short hiatus between 2011 and 2012, he returned as Business Manager to specialize in IT Secondment and Consultancy.

G-Nius grew, and Leo continued to develop himself. With his extensive experience and expertise in project-based ICT secondment, especially in Warehouse Management Systems, Leo knows G-Nius and the market through and through.

On January 1, 2018, Leo was appointed Sales Director. From that moment on, Leo is (jointly) responsible for further shaping the vision of G-Nius. He also works on strengthening relationships with clients, professionals, and cooperation partners. In addition to this appointment, Leo has also been a shareholder of G-Nius since 1 January 2021, in addition to Gijs-Jan Deenen.

Now the moment has come for Leo to make the step to Managing Director. With his strong leadership and innovative vision, he will continue to work with the team on the development of G-Nius. The standards, values ​​, and personal working method with which Gijs-Jan founded G-Nius 20 years ago remain unchanged.

After Leo’s appointment as Managing Director, Gijs-Jan will of course remain active and closely involved with G-Nius. As a shareholder, MVA, advisor, and sounding board, he will continue to support the team.

G-Nius Anniversary gathering

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Last Thursday, the G-Nius anniversary gathering finally took place! In honor of our 20th anniversary, we invited our contacts for a boat tour on the Binnendieze and a pleasant gathering to catch up after a long time. With beautiful weather, we enjoyed a journey through and especially under the city. This evening was a great opportunity to learn about the history of ‘s-Hertogenbosch, the birthplace of G-Nius.

Boat tour on the Binnendieze

The Binnendieze is an ancient system of waterways within the walls of ‘s-Hertogenbosch. These narrow waterways used to flow behind the houses and were used to transport goods by ship. Additionally, it served as drinking water for the citizens of ‘s-Hertogenbosch, but the stream was also used as a sewer.

During the boat tour on the Binnendieze, the skipper shared fascinating stories with us about the history of the city and the restoration efforts. He showed us why the current form of the city, the layout of the streets, and the narrow houses that border the water at the back are so unique.

Gathering at Brasserie Bolwerk

After the boat tour, we concluded the evening at Brasserie Bolwerk. This brasserie is located in a unique location in the city center. Bolwerk Sint-Jan was built in 1528 to defend one of the main gateways. It was demolished at the end of the 18th century.

The brasserie is now situated within the city walls. The remnants of the last two gates, the city wall, a bulwark, and medieval street pavement are still clearly visible in the new building. From the sunny terrace, we enjoyed drinks and snacks.

We look back on a wonderful evening. We are delighted to have been able to speak and see everyone in person again. On behalf of the entire team, we thank everyone for their presence, the good company, and a beautiful evening!

G-Nius in Maastricht & Valkenburg | 2022

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This year is a special year for us. Thanks to the dedication and involvement of our employees, G-Nius has grown into the company we are today. And we are incredibly proud of that! To celebrate this, we invited our colleagues and their partners for a weekend in Maastricht and Valkenburg, in the south of the Netherlands.

Staying at a unique location

Upon arrival, it was immediately clear that the Kruisherenhotel in Maastricht is a beautiful and unique venue. This design hotel is located in a former monastery and a monumental church near the famous Vrijthof square. We were warmly welcomed here, and during the coffee, accompanied by a slice of Limburgse vlaai, the special history and concept of the hotel were explained.

Each hotel room is unique and focuses on luxury and comfort. The rooms are characterized by the stylish contrast between centuries-old architecture and original design pieces by world-renowned designers. This applies to the entire hotel, by the way.

A rally down South

After a warm welcome, we boarded a vintage bus heading towards Chateau St. Gerlach in Valkenburg. This was the starting point of our rally. We explored the landscape of South Limburg in Daf cars while completing a number of tasks along the way. The rally ended in the center of Valkenburg, where we participated in a workshop to learn how to make our own cocktails. Meanwhile, the die-hard fans also secretly watched the F1 sprint race.

Anniversary year for G-Nius

After the vintage bus brought us back to the hotel, it was time to give extra thanks to some colleagues. 20 years of G-Nius is a wonderful milestone, and therefore Gijs-Jan Deenen deserved to be honored.

Leo Keller also has something to celebrate this year as he has been part of G-Nius for 10 years. First as an intern, now as the Commercial Director, and since March, also as a shareholder. But these two gentlemen are not the only colleagues celebrating their anniversaries. Frank Claassen has been a dedicated Business Manager at G-Nius for 5 years.

Dining in an old quay cellar

We ended the day with a delightful dinner at the Harbour Club Maastricht restaurant. This restaurant is located in one of the old quay cellars of the historic inner harbor, ‘t Bassin, in Maastricht. Here, we enjoyed beautiful seasonal dishes.

We had a fantastic weekend with our colleagues and their partners. There was lots of laughter, and it was a great opportunity to get to know each other better. We see this weekend as an investment in our team and our company.

We are incredibly grateful and proud that we were able to celebrate this anniversary together. Here’s to the next 20 years!