AVK International
Jan Ketley is an experienced sales and project manager with a strong focus on business development in Africa. Currently serving as Area Sales Manager at AVK International since May 2022, Jan has previously worked in various roles such as Project Manager at EUC Lillebælt and Commercial Manager at both Arctic Group A/S and Degremont. Jan's expertise includes establishing networks, securing supplier agreements, and promoting product ranges while managing international projects in water treatment and other sectors. Educational qualifications encompass a Prince2 certification and an academic degree in Project Management from VIA University College, alongside studies in IT and Economy from Copenhagen Business University.
AVK International
AVK is a global leader within valves and hydrants. Our valves are part of vital infrastructures such as distribution of potable water, cleaning of wastewater, distribution of natural gas for heating and electricity generation, and automatic water sprinkle systems used for fire protection, and our hydrants are used by firefighters when extinguishing fires in our communities. We aim at developing products that will make a difference now and in the future, and which help solving the crucial problem of water loss in many countries. AVK International A/S is part of the AVK Group, a privately owned company employing approx. 4,400 people in 100+ AVK companies worldwide. AVK International A/S employs approx. 230 people, manufactures valves and accessories in our 3 factories in Skovby/Galten, and is overall responsible for the geographical region consisting of Continental Europe, Russia, Central Asian and Caucasian countries, and Northern Africa.