<![CDATA[Newsroom Ahold Delhaize]]> https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ en-us Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:23:40 +0200 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:55:47 +0200 <![CDATA[Newsroom Ahold Delhaize]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_2928.png https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ 144 Ahold Delhaize appoints Lynne Bruning-van Gessel as Brand President of Etos https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-appoints-lynne-bruning-van-gessel-as-brand-president-of-etos/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-appoints-lynne-bruning-van-gessel-as-brand-president-of-etos/708238This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods.

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]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, June 3, 2025 – Ahold Delhaize announces today that Lynne Bruning-van Gessel, who is currently Commercial Director at Etos, will be appointed Brand President of Dutch drugstore brand Etos. This follows on the news that Pieter Saman, who currently serves as Brand President of Etos, has accepted a role in the United States as a Division Director at Food Lion, effective September 1. Lynne will start on July 1, reporting to Margaret Versteden-van Duijn, who will start in her new role at Albert Heijn on September 1.

Claude Sarrailh, CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia commented: “I am excited to welcome Lynne as Brand President of Etos. As Commercial Director, she has shown strong strategic insight, market understanding and a clear focus on customer needs. With her sharp eye, knowledge of the market and strong leadership skills, I am confident that Etos will continue to grow under her leadership. We thank Pieter for his strong contribution to Etos. Under his leadership, the Etos brand was further strengthened and a new course set, focusing on innovation, competitive offers and increasing the relevance of Etos for a wider target audience. I wish him every success in his new role at Food Lion.”

Lynne joined Etos in 2022 after a successful career spanning over 15 years at L’Oréal, where she held various commercial and leadership roles, including General Manager of the Active Cosmetics Division. At Etos, she has led the successful introduction of distinctive new assortments, transformed the ways of working and, as a strong connector, built powerful teams and strategic partnerships. She holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam. Pieter joined Ahold Delhaize in 2020 as Brand President of Gall & Gall and transitioned to Etos in 2023.

Upon the announcement, Lynne said: “I am thankful for the cooperation that Pieter and I have had over the past two years. Together with the team we set a growth course for Etos, with new brand positioning and own-brand product ranges. I look forward to building on the strong foundation we laid, and leading the team in driving both customer satisfaction and sustained growth.” 

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/05d29b44-1cbb-4fa4-822a-80db20da1287/500_lotmthumbnailhigherres.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/05d29b44-1cbb-4fa4-822a-80db20da1287/lotmthumbnailhigherres.jpg?10000 Ahold Delhaize announces that Marit van Egmond, CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall will leave the company https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-announces-that-marit-van-egmond-ceo-of-albert-heijn-etos-and-gall--gall-will-leave-the-company/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-announces-that-marit-van-egmond-ceo-of-albert-heijn-etos-and-gall--gall-will-leave-the-company/691251This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods. 

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]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, March 20, 2025  – Ahold Delhaize today announces that Marit van Egmond, CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall has decided to leave after a 28-year career at the company. She will transition as per 30 April 2025 and transfer all her duties effectively as per this date. The identification of a successor is underway.

Frans Muller, CEO of Ahold Delhaize, states: “Under Marit's leadership, Albert Heijn has evolved into an omnichannel retailer - a trusted and inspiring partner for our customers, suppliers and the 125,000 people who work for the company. With a strong focus on customers, her passion for products, quality and affordability, and her deep interest and knowledge of sustainability, health, and innovation, Marit has navigated the brands successfully through a turbulent period. Marit has not only strengthened Albert Heijn commercially but has also made the company more socially relevant.”

Marit adds: “After 28 years, I am saying goodbye to a fantastic company. But now is the right time to leave as the company is stable, with a strong management team that is ready to forge ahead on the path we have set together. I am proud of the growth we have achieved, the contributions we have made to a healthy, social, and sustainable society, and the technological advancements that have solidified our position as an industry leader. I am grateful for the opportunities I have had and, in particular, for the space I have been given over the past six years to steer Albert Heijn towards a new direction based on my vision for the food system. Albert Heijn is ready for the next phase, and with that comes a new leader. I wish my successor all the best, and as much joy in the role as I have had.” 

Marit joined Ahold in 1997 as a management trainee and has held several commercial, operational, and leadership roles within the company. In 2014 Marit joined the Albert Heijn management board, serving as Executive Vice President Commerce. In 2019 she was appointed CEO of Albert Heijn and in 2021, she also became responsible for Etos and Gall & Gall. This led to further growth and increased synergy and collaboration between the three brands in order to serve customers even better. 

On behalf of the Ahold Delhaize Executive Committee, Claude Sarrailh, CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, expressed appreciation for Marit's contributions to the company’s success and consistent approach: "Marit’s vision, humanity, and decisiveness have created a solid foundation for the future for Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall. We are grateful for her dedication and passion, and we wish her the best of luck in the next chapter of her career." 
 

]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/e8caf31a-d2d6-47cb-b6b6-159d66f5b881/500_lotm-mve.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/e8caf31a-d2d6-47cb-b6b6-159d66f5b881/lotm-mve.png?10000 Pieter Saman appointed Brand President of Etos; Sebastiaan de Jong leaving Ahold Delhaize https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/pieter-saman-appointed-brand-president-of-etos-sebastiaan-de-jong-leaving-ahold-delhaize/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/pieter-saman-appointed-brand-president-of-etos-sebastiaan-de-jong-leaving-ahold-delhaize/673580Zaandam, April 4, 2023. Pieter Saman (45), currently Brand President of Gall & Gall, has been appointed Brand President of Ahold Delhaize’s Dutch drugstore brand Etos. This appointment comes on the back of the announcement that Sebastiaan de Jong, Brand President of Etos, will leave the company.

Pieter joined Ahold Delhaize in 2020 and has been instrumental in Gall & Gall’s omnichannel success.

Wouter Kolk, CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe and Indonesia: “Pieter will build the foundations of the Etos strategy that Sebastiaan and the team created. We wish Sebastiaan every success in his future endeavors.”

The process to identify a successor for Pieter as Brand President Gall & Gall has started. Until such time Pieter will combine the two roles.

]]> Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/500_pieter-saman-1-3-878237.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/pieter-saman-1-3-878237.jpg?10000 Sebastiaan de Jong new Brand President Etos https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/sebastiaan-de-jong-new-brand-president-etos/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/sebastiaan-de-jong-new-brand-president-etos/673810Zaandam, the Netherlands, June 3, 2021 - Sebastiaan de Jong (47) has been appointed Brand President of drugstore chain Etos, effective July 1st, 2021. De Jong started his career at Ahold Delhaize 23 years ago and is currently working as Head of Procurement of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. He will report to Wouter Kolk, CEO Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia.

De Jong has gained extensive commercial and operational experience at Ahold Delhaize. After studying economics, he started as a management trainee at Ahold in 1998, starting with his first job at Etos. He continued his career in various buying, marketing & format and merchandising positions including a position as SVP Commerce in the Czech Republic for the Ahold Delhaize-brand Albert. In 2017 he became VP store operation at Albert Heijn. In 2018 Sebastiaan was appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Intergamma. At this DIY market leader in the Benelux he gained experience in the field of omnichannel organizational development. In early 2021 Sebastiaan returned to Ahold Delhaize in the role of Head of Procurement at Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, where he launched and led the European procurement initiative. 

Wouter Kolk, CEO Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia: “With the appointment of Sebastiaan, the Etos team gains a teamplayer with extensive retail experience, in the Netherlands and internationally. In his various roles, Sebastiaan has demonstrated to be an inclusive leader, focused on team collaboration and set on bringing out the best in everyone. Etos has a long history in qualitative and innovative personal care products and in advising customers. The drugstore brand is a familiar and trusted face in the streets of The Netherlands. Sebastiaan will be focused on further shaping the strong Etos strategy with the team. I am convinced that he will make an excellent new Brand President for the company.”

Sebastiaan de Jong: “Etos is a wonderful brand, rooted in society and with a loyal customer base. I personally relate strongly to the mission to help our customers feel good every day and I am very much looking forward to leading the further development of Etos together with the team."

De Jong will start in his role at Etos as of July 1st and will be double hatted, fulfilling the procurement role, until Fall 2021. 


About Etos

Dutch drugstore chain Etos, founded in 1919, has long been a trusted expert on what customers (72% of the Dutch population) are increasingly looking for, in stores and at home. Etos owns, among others, health websites gezondheidsplein.nl and ziekenhuis.nl. The company is thus the largest provider of online health and wellness information in the Netherlands. In its 550 stores, Etos employs 5,400 associates, of which 2400 are certified (assistant) chemists. Etos has been voted the best drugstore in the Netherlands seven times.

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]]> Thu, 03 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/500_sebatiaan-de-jong_4-def-500476.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/sebatiaan-de-jong_4-def-500476.jpg?10000 Etos takes over the largest online health platform in the Netherlands https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/etos-takes-over-the-largest-online-health-platform-in-the-netherlands/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/etos-takes-over-the-largest-online-health-platform-in-the-netherlands/673681October 8, 2019 - Our Dutch drugstore chain Etos announced it has taken over the Solvo Group, owner of popular health-related websites. This makes Etos the largest provider of health and wellness information and products for consumers in the Netherlands. It also marks an important step for Etos towards establishing a new drugstore concept that serves customers around the clock through a combination of physical stores and 24-7 online health information.

The Solvo Group, based in Utrecht, operates various websites including solvo.nl, gezondheidsplein.nl, doktordokter.nl and ziekenhuis.nl. It is the largest online health information platform in the Netherlands, while also operating a booking platform with around 5,000 active healthcare specialists.

Through the web platforms, customers can ask questions about their health, find information about disorders, treatments, exercise, nutrition and other wellness topics, and communicate with care specialists. They can receive personal solutions and advice and make healthcare appointments online. In the Etos stores, customers can get personal advice from one of the 2400 certified Etos associates and find self-care medicines.

“With this acquisition, Etos will soon be able to help customers both day and night with the right advice and the products and services that will help them feel comfortable every day. The combination of our physical stores with the Solvo platforms is an important step in our goal of realizing the new drugstore, where information, advice and the range of products go hand in hand,” says Saskia Egas Reparaz, Etos Brand President.

This acquisition is the latest example of how Ahold Delhaize’s local brands are supporting customers in making healthier choices.

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