About our team

The Humeca team, based in the Netherlands and the US, consists of experts in research and development, production, sales, marketing and operation. The variety of team members enables us to do what is needed to develop and market innovative products particular in the field of burn surgery. We feel involved in burns patients and that encourages us every day to get the best out of ourselves. In this way we hope to make a difference in the treatment of burns. Our team actively cooperates with experts in the field. Because we believe intensive communication with these experts is an important breeding ground for continuous improvement of our products.

Our valuable team members

<strong>Arnoud van Velzen</strong>
Arnoud van VelzenManaging Director
As the Managing Director of Humeca B.V. and Humeca, Inc. I am proud of guiding the team we have here but more than that, I am proud to be able to offer our products to the patients who need them the most.
Working in an International environment inspires me a lot. Being active now in more than 70 countries, allows me to experience many different cultures and lifestyles.
Cooking is my hobby and I get most of my inspiration from the places I am lucky enough to visit.
<strong>Ruud Nijlant</strong>
Ruud NijlantChief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer I am, together with Arnoud, end responsible for Humeca’s daily operation. I am proud to be part of such a great company who has the ambition to help every burn victim worldwide.
Working in a such an environment that really cares about peoples life inspires me a lot.
I am married and have two daughters. In my spare time I like to sail, coach my daughter in field hockey, to play with our dog or read for my study. To keep fit I like to box.
<strong>Kevin Brinke</strong>
Kevin BrinkeSales Director
As a Sales Director I am responsible for all marketing and sales matters within Humeca.
Besides having business meetings with our worldwide customers my main activities are doing presentations & workshops, assisting during surgeries and attending at international burn congresses.
I am glad to be part of the dedicated Humeca team as together we help 3rd degree burn patients by developing unique and lifesaving surgical techniques.
During these international meetings I get really enthusiastic when my customers experience these benefits for these patients too.
In this way and sharing experiences I am privileged and proud to bring burn treatment to even a higher level.
When I am at home I am enjoying the quality time with my family.
My other passions are playing tennis, running and drinking a nice glass of good wine with my friends.
<strong>Fenike Tempelman</strong>
Fenike TempelmanMedical Advisor
My name is Fenike Tempelman. Before I started to work at Humeca as medical advisor, I worked as a burns physician at the Burn Centre in the Red Cross Hospital in Beverwijk for more than 15 years. I have worked with Humeca products ever since I started there. With the knowledge I gained during those years, I want to help my co-workers and (future) users of the Humeca products.
When you start using our products, I may be the one who trains you and your team. And afterwards, I will do my best to answer any questions or solve problems that you encounter while working with our products. Our team is always thinking of new possibilities to improve burn treatment. I will do my best to contribute in this process.
At Humeca, we are confident that together with the burn care specialists, we can improve the treatment of burn patients either in the acute phase or in the reconstructive phase. I am looking forward to meeting you in person and talk about our common passion, treating burn patients.
<strong>Eline Blauw</strong>
Eline BlauwSales Manager
My name is Eline Blauw and I am honored to be as Sales Manager a part of the Humeca team. Before I start to work at Humeca I was graduated as a bachelor of social work by working in a hospital. The medical world always inspires me.
It is very motivating to work at a company who delivers products to give treatment to patients with severe burn wounds. It is because of the difference Humeca makes with the products they have, what makes it interesting for me to work here.

In my spare time I love to spend time with friends and family, go out, do some sport exercises, always want to learn new things and I love to dance through life.

<strong>Cindy Romczyk</strong>
Cindy RomczykSales Representative
My name is Cindy Romczyk and I work as a sales associate. It is a pleasure to be part of the Humeca team every day and together we make sure that every customer, whether it is an order or a question is processed, shipped and/or answered with the utmost care and attention worldwide.
I am fortunate to have nice colleagues and Humeca has great products that give many burn victims a new chance at a better life.

In my free time I enjoy going out for dinner, going to a movie theater and of course spending time with family and friends.

<strong>Linda Wolters</strong>
Linda WoltersCoördinator Operations
I am Linda Wolters and my work at Humeca is very diverse from starting up the production, order handling, shipping parcels, stock control of raw materials for production and a lot of other things.
I started working at Humeca in 1995 and I still do so with a lot of pleasure.
I work four days a week and the rest of the time I spend with my husband and our two daughters and our son-in-law.
In our spare time we often go to our caravan in the Tutoburgwald in Germany where we have a lovely place, where we can walk and relax.
<strong>Bjorn Engbers</strong>
Bjorn EngbersQA Manager
Working for Humeca provides me energy by the small dynamic team that works together on products to help people worldwide. In my function I’m responsible for quality management system according the ISO 13485 standard and the applicable regulations. A practical approach to supply reliable products by the use of controlled processes is good motivation for me every day.
I’m married to Astrid and we have 2 boys. We live on the countryside of a small village. My biggest hobby is cycling; both on the road and cyclocross. Watching cycling is also one of my interests. I like it to be outside; around the house, on my bike, with my wife and sons, with our dog………. I like my life.
<strong>Daniëlle Haagsma</strong>
Daniëlle HaagsmaProduct Development Manager
Humeca delivers technically interesting products for patients in desperate need of treatment. My creativity and eye for quality can contribute to the development of new products and solving technical issues to help these patients.

I am married and have two daughters. My husband and I like to be outdoors and take our daughters cycling and camping to enjoy nature. I also like to design and create things, such as furniture and toys.

<strong>Wendy van Benthem</strong>
Wendy van BenthemFinancial Officer
My name is Wendy van Benthem, I’m married and have 4 kids. Since October 2015 I’m the financial officer of Humeca BV.

The reason I applied at Humeca is written in the sentence I started my application letter with: “Before I say anything else, I would like to speak out my admiration about the beautiful product you’re making. While I was reading the article in Borne Boeit, all these situations in which you can help, out came to my mind. Special!”

I’m proud to participate in an organization who makes products that can really make a difference in someone’s life.

<strong>Karin Peereboom</strong>
Karin PeereboomCoördinator Operations
I joined the Humeca team on the 5-1-1995 , and I still love my job. Over the years I watched Humeca grow and I’m proud to still be part of it now. The micrograft gauzes,blades and carriers are the responsability of the production team which I am part of. My collegues and I also take care of the shipping and administration of the disposables.

I have a husband whom I married in 1993 and together we have a son and a daughter. In my spare time I love to read and I play a musical instrument.

<strong>Gerard van den Noort</strong>
Gerard van den NoortProduct Technician
The fact that the products of Humeca are making the difference for people with severe burns, motivates me to do my job with full dedication. Thats why I’m looking forward to put my time, knowledge and technical experience available to the Humeca team in order to achieve and maintain the high level of service and quality of the Humeca product line. In my function I’m, among other things, responsible for the assembly and maintenance of the Humeca products.

In my spare time I love spending time with my wife and five children. A firm walk in nature is definitely favorite. Furthermore, I read a lot and I like to recondition furniture. If there is time left I like mountain biking in the woods.

<strong>Martina Karsowidjojo</strong>
Martina KarsowidjojoProduction assistent/Facility assistent
What I love about Humeca is the fact that the company differentiates itself from other firms. The one thing which motivates me most about working at Humeca is that I believe I can truly add value to the lives of patients who are recovering from burns.
In my daily work I am responsible for both, production and facility management. As a result of these responsibilities I am actively contributing to the production of world class production for our patients while simultaneously securing a clean and sterile working environment. I enjoy a great deal of variety in my day-to- day activities.

I am a caring and loving mother of two beautiful children.
Cooking is my real big passion, especially because it allows me to bring joy to my close friends and family when they are enjoying one of the meals I prepared for them with love.                                      

<strong>Ruben Burer</strong>
Ruben BurerProduct Development & RA Manager
Prior to joining the Humeca team I gained experience in biomedical engineering, medical devices and life sciences. These different experiences help me in my role at Humeca today, where a myriad of technological know-how intertwines with regulatory affairs. I am proud to contribute to Humeca’s mission of helping burn victims across the globe.
<strong>Karin Schulten</strong>
Karin SchultenProduction assistant
My name is Karin Schulten, was born in the year 1969.
I worked for 30 years as a florist in a garden center when Humeca came across my path in 2017.
I am mainly involved in production as part of a fantastic team that means a lot in the field of skin grafting/technology around the world.
<strong>Cheyenne Schilder</strong>
Cheyenne SchilderJunior Product Developer
My name is Cheyenne Schilder and I started at Humeca as a graduate intern in 2021. It was such a pleasure working for the company during this period that in January of 2022 I started as Junior Product Developer after finishing my Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Laboratory Research. My work at Humeca mainly focusses on the development of new products. I love working at Humeca and helping them in their mission to help burn victims worldwide.
<strong>Janneke Lukkezen</strong>
Janneke Lukkezen
<strong>João Dias</strong>
João DiasMedical Device Engineer
My name is João Dias and I come from Portugal.
I am a very curious person by nature and I am always eager to learn something new, which led me to the healthcare business, where saving lives is the priority while also providing a challenging, motivating, and ever-changing environment for personal development.
I am very happy to be working as a Medical Device Engineer at Humeca, a company full of welcoming and hardworking people, where I am sure to grow as a professional whilst helping other people’s lives.
In my free time, I like to travel and explore new places, new countries, their food, and their culture. Other than that, swimming, music, and sci-fi films are my go-to.

Our valuable team members USA

<strong>Luis Irarragorri</strong>
Luis Irarragorri Sales Director
My name is Luis Irarragorri and I work as Sales Director at Humeca Inc
<strong>Geneva Harrison</strong>
Geneva HarrisonOffice manager
My name is Geneva Harrison and I work as Office Manager at Humeca Inc
<strong>Caroline Westwood</strong>
Caroline WestwoodNational Sales Manager