Welcome Thijs

Hey Thijs, let's start with a quick introduction. Could you tell us a little about yourself?

Of course! My name is Thijs Kappert, I’m 26 years old and I live in Wierden with my girlfriend.

What exactly will you be doing at vPlan, and what are you most looking forward to?

At vPlan, I’ll be joining the marketing team, with my main focus on content. What I’m most looking forward to is working closely with the team, rolling up our sleeves together and, hopefully, celebrating the results afterwards!

What was your first impression of vPlan and the team?

It was very positive! Every time I visited the office in Rijssen, I received a warm welcome. That really reinforced my feeling that vPlan would be the right next step in my career. The informal atmosphere and the mix of hard work and having a laugh ultimately convinced me to join the team.

Which three words describe you the best?

Involved, social and helpful.

Do you have a fun fact about yourself that hardly anyone knows?

I work out five to six times a week, but that’s mainly so I can enjoy a few craft beers at the weekend without any guilt.

What could colleagues always wake you up for?

I absolutely love skiing. Since I was a child, I’ve gone on ski holidays with my family, a full week of winter sports and, of course, a fair share of après-ski parties. That’s something you could always wake me up for!

What really gives you energy?

Professionally, it’s when I see that a blog or article I’ve put a lot of time into actually pays off. It’s great to see content you’ve written lead to real conversions. Personally, I get a lot of joy from having a few drinks with friends, my girlfriend, and family.

Which app on your phone could you not live without?

It might be a bit of a boring answer, but I’d have to say WhatsApp. I wouldn’t want to miss my daily chats with friends and family for anything.

What do you enjoy doing most in your free time?

I prefer to stay active in my spare time. I go to the gym regularly and I’ve played football at SVZW since I was young. These days, I play with a group of friends in the lower leagues, and we have a great time. I’ve also been a season ticket holder at FC Twente for years, so you’ll often find me at De Grolsch Veste with a beer in hand.

If you could do something completely different for a day, what would it be?

As a little boy, I always dreamed of becoming a football commentator. So if I could do something completely different for a day, I’d love to try my hand at being a commentator, even with my Twente accent!