We are extremely proud that Marlies has been awarded the title of 'Businesswoman of the Year'. Marlies' view of the award is very clear: 'This prize has been earned by our entire company!' She regards this prize as recognition for the path she has chosen to furrow with her company.

Van Wijhe Verf is a modern family-run business in the manufacturing industry, which launches innovative and sustainable products on to the market. These products are greatly appreciated by the construction sector as well as private customers. Further, the title of Businesswoman of the Year for Van Wijhe Verf helps to positively raise the profile of topics such as 'manufacturing industry', 'sustainability' and 'innovation' among the broader public.

The jury report for this annual election described Marlies van Wijhe as 'a woman in an important position in the male-dominated world of the paint industry, who leads a family business with a healthy financial footing and who directs business operations in a sustainable and innovative manner'.