Board

Hans watches more closely over the show budget than anyone else. He keeps his eye on the cents like a tigress watching over her cubs. Because most other committee members do sometimes have the inclination to spend money too readily. But with Hans, who has been financial watchdog of the committee since mid 2001, they have no chance. “Financially too the show is quite a job. And it is great to be able to combine my profession with my hobby like this. It is a really great event, with a great deal of money involved. And we have to treat it with care.”

Corine has been associated with the organising committee since the end of 2009. She runs the general secretariat and is something of a jack of all trades. She is involved in a little bit of everything, from printing to programming, sponsorship, competitive sports, the business corner, the website... “My goal is to have as broad an overview as possible,” says Corine. “It is a fascinating event. Throughout the years I have experienced the competition from many angles; as spectator, participant, employee, jury member, and now as a member of the organising committee.”

Gem has been a committee member for many years. The show started up the foal championship on his initiative in 1997, in collaboration with the North Holland section of Royal Warmblood Horses of the Netherlands (KWPN). And every year there are more entries. Besides this Gem – together with Hans Medenblik – organises discussions with the caterer.  “The Haarlemmermeer Show is exciting every single year, but it is and remains a really lovely show. And that is what I am happy to be involved with."

Adri has been part of the committee since 2002. Together with Henk Prins and Hans Hartman he brings in the many sponsors. Besides this he is part of the setting-up subcommittee for the ground and he makes contributions on many matters. Discussions with the municipality about permits and the like are also carried out by Adri. “What is pleasant about my duties as sponsor enlister and business relationship officer is that we are putting a really attractive product on the market from which many people obtain pleasure and at which all visitors feel at home.”

Annemiek Zorge-Shevtzoff, competition secretariat

Annemiek, once a very successful dressage rider herself, is responsible for the competition secretariat. She is the contact person for the national and international participants. She can be found at the secretariat every day of the competition. She does not ride anymore. “It simply takes up too much time,” Annemiek explains. “I put my family first and I also have a wonderful, if busy, job with Expresso Fashion. I just do not have the time anymore to train intensively, or even to own my own horse. But I don’t mind. I am extremely happy to be involved in the sport as I am now.”