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IMCD names Floris Lagerwerf as CFO successor
Floris Lagerwerf began his career as an external auditor in 2006 and joined IMCD’s Rotterdam headquarters in 2016 as Group Controller
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By ICN Bureau | December 17, 2025
IMCD N.V., the global leader in specialty chemicals and ingredients distribution, has announced that Floris Lagerwerf has been nominated as its next Chief Financial Officer, effective January 2027. He will succeed Hans Kooijmans, who is set to retire at the end of December 2026.
Floris Lagerwerf began his career as an external auditor in 2006 and joined IMCD’s Rotterdam headquarters in 2016 as Group Controller. He advanced to Finance & Operations Director at IMCD Switzerland in 2021, and since January 2023 has served as Vice-President Finance & Operations for the Americas region.
Beginning 1 January 2026, he will take on the role of Vice-President Finance & Operations for EMEA and Industrial Business Groups.
Janus Smalbraak, Chair of the Supervisory Board, said: “The Supervisory Board is delighted to nominate Floris as IMCD’s future CFO. He brings a deep understanding of IMCD’s business, a proven track record in finance and M&A, and is passionate about creating result-driven teams. Having a strong candidate from within our own organisation reinforces our confidence in the company’s future and the continuity of leadership."
Marcus Jordan, CEO, and Hans Kooijmans, CFO, will continue leading IMCD and delivering on its growth strategy in 2026. “We are especially grateful to Hans who committed to remain CFO of IMCD until the end of 2026, and for his support to Floris towards the transition in 2027,” the company said.
Hans Kooijmans added: “People have been and are key in the success story of IMCD. Therefore, it fills me with pride that my successor comes from within our own organisation, and I am pleased to work closely together with Floris over the coming period towards the transition in 2027.”
