Richard Jonker

Richard Jonker has a strong background in business development, product line management, and sales. Richard started their career in 1989 as a Sales and Purchasing Manager at RED Automatisering and later worked at Acer Computer as a Sales Representative. In 1994, Jonker joined Rein Elektronik BV as a Division Manager, where they gained valuable experience in team management and international business. Richard then became the General Manager at SMG/Karma Benelux, overseeing the Dutch subsidiary of the CHS/Karma group. In 2003, Jonker joined Simmplicity as a Retail Manager, specializing in building the retail business and excelling in consumer networking. In 2005, they transitioned to Apple as a Retail Account Executive. Jonker's versatile experience led him to NETGEAR in 2007, where they held various positions, including Country Manager Benelux, VP Emerging Markets, General Manager & VP of Network Storage, and most recently, Vice President of Commercial Business Development. Richard'swork at NETGEAR focused on brand development, business growth, and managing sales channels. Jonker's expertise lies in innovation, serving global SMB markets, and building strong relationships with customers.

Richard Jonker attended Fontys Hogeschool Eindhoven from 1985 to 1991, where they obtained a baccalaureate degree in Commercial Technology / Polytechnic. From 1999 to 2009, they attended Mansal Directie Management, although no specific degree name was provided. Richard'sfield of study during this time was Business Administration and Management, General. Prior to these higher education experiences, Richard attended Jacob Roelandlyceum from 1979 to 1986 and received a Diploma Athenaeum B in Athenaeum. Richard completed their primary education at Heijdonck Primary School from 1973 to 1979. In 2006, they also obtained a certification as a Certified Apple Solution Expert from Apple.