Former Bunzl managing director takes helm at packaging company, as long-serving leader steps down after more than three decades
Netherlands-based packaging supplier NNZ has a new CEO, Ronald Hoozemans, following the retirement of Len Boot on 1 July.
Hoozemans joins the company from distribution specialist Bunzl, where he was managing director for Benelux and Germany, and brings with him a wealth of experience gained in leadership positions at SIG, Mediq, Nutricia, and Organon.
“NNZ is not just a strong international company – it’s a business with a heart, built by a family. That’s what drew me in,” Hoozemans commented. “For over 100 years, NNZ has kept evolving while staying true to its roots. I believe lasting impact comes when people work together with trust, commitment, and a shared sense of purpose.”
In an open letter, Boot said it was “time for a change” after more than 35 “unforgettable” years with business.
“This decision didn’t come overnight – it’s one I’ve made with both my heart and head, guided by personal motivations and the best interests of our company,” he explained.
“It has been the journey of a lifetime. I’ve had the privilege, together with all my colleagues, to help build, shape, and grow NNZ into the international, values-driven company it is today. From a family business with deep roots to a global organisation, our story has always been about people, partnerships, and purposeful progress.”
He added: “I want to sincerely thank all my colleagues, suppliers, and customers for the trust, collaboration, and support you’ve given me over these past 35 years. It has meant the world to me, and it’s what made this journey so rewarding and special.”
Boot joined NNZ in 1990 as marketing manager, a role he held for eight years before switching to finance director. In 2001, he took on the job of commercial director, and three years later he began a 21-year stint as CEO and owner of what remains a family-owned enterprise.
He will remain as the family’s representative on NNZ’s supervisory board.
