BY JEAN LLEWELLYN [PRESS RELEASE]
PHOTOGRAPHY: KWPN WEBSITE

After seven years with the Royal Warmblood Studbook of the Netherlands (KWPN), Ralph van Venrooij, Manager Commerce & Breeding, has decided to leave the organization. Effective 1 September, he will take up the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HorseTelex, part of the EQAD Group.

Van Venrooij joined KWPN in September 2019 as Head of Breeding Affairs & Training Center. Prior to that, he served for four years as a member of the KWPN Breeding Council. He had already been closely involved with the Dutch equestrian sector through several leadership roles, including as a board member of the United Sporthorse Traders Netherlands (VSN) and Chairman of the Equine Sector Committee at LTO Netherlands.

Grateful for the trust

“I am leaving an organization that has been a significant part of my life over the past seven years. During my time at KWPN, I have had tremendous opportunities to grow professionally, and I am sincerely grateful for the trust placed in me by the breeders and for the opportunities I have been given. It has been a privilege to contribute to the continued development of KWPN, its breeding program, and its outstanding events. The energy and atmosphere of the KWPN Stallion Show and the KWPN Championships will always remain special memories.
“Joining HorseTelex represents an exciting opportunity and an important next step in my career. While I look forward to this new chapter, I will certainly miss working with the breeders, our members, colleagues, and the many committees and stakeholders...

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