After leading Deli Home for six years, Victor Aquina will hand over his role as CEO at Deli Home to Eugène Sterken from 1 January 2025.
As former CEO of Koninklijke Ahrend, Eugène Sterken brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with him to Deli Home. Under his leadership, several acquisitions were made at home and abroad and the company underwent a successful transformation into a leading supplier of vitalising and sustainable working environments.
Deli Home employs 1,300 people and operates in 10 countries in the DIY, home furnishing, building materials wholesale channels and through online retailers. 
Victor Aquina and Eugène Sterken.
"I am very pleased with this appointment and look forward to continuing to shape the successful, international growth together with the Deli Home team and becoming an even more attractive employer. In doing so, we will continue to set the standard for our customers in sustainable and circular wood-based building materials and innovative products and digital services for tailor-made home improvements," said Eugène Sterken.
Frank van der Vloed, chairman of the supervisory board commented, "With Eugène's arrival, Deli Home gains a seasoned leader with a strong track record who believes in the organisation's strategy and growth potential. In addition, we would like to thank Victor for his tireless efforts over the past six years. He played a crucial role in the transition to the new shareholder Ardian in 2021 and Deli Home's performance improvement, with profitability doubling in recent years. Under his leadership, the organisation successfully integrated several national and international acquisitions and underwent a significant transformation into a provider of customised products to improve homes, contributing to continued success for the organisation."
Victor Aquina: "I look back on my time at Deli Home with great affection and appreciation. Together with all colleagues, we can be proud of the achievements and innovations we have shown in building Europe's digital carpentry factory. It was an honour to lead such a passionate and talented team. I wish Eugène every success in leading Deli Home and believe that Deli Home will continue to grow and prosper under his leadership."
After a short induction period, Eugène Sterken will take over Victor Aquina's CEO responsibilities from 1 January 2025.
More information:
Deli Home
www.deli-home.nl