WILLEMSTAD – Insurance company ENNIA has announced the appointment of Evert Jan van der Es as a member of its Executive Board and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective October 26, 2026. The appointment has received approval from both the Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten (CBCS) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), following his nomination by ENNIA's Supervisory Board.
According to ENNIA, the appointment supports the company's ambition to further strengthen its position as a leading insurer in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands while continuing to expand and improve its services to customers.
Van der Es brings more than 25 years of experience in commercial leadership positions. He began his career in banking before moving into senior management roles across the financial services sector, working with banks, insurance companies, and pension funds.
He subsequently served as commercial director and member of executive management teams at major companies in the Netherlands. In recent years, he has held positions as CEO and managing director of companies in both the Netherlands and Bonaire.
Van der Es specializes in change management and holds a master's degree in Management Sciences from the Open University.
Karel Frielink, Chairman of ENNIA's Supervisory Board, welcomed the appointment, emphasizing the company's important role in the community.
"ENNIA holds an important position in the community. We are convinced that Mr. Van der Es is an excellent fit for the phase ENNIA is currently in. He brings not only extensive international experience but also a people-oriented and collaborative approach. We warmly welcome him and look forward to his contribution to ENNIA's continued development," Frielink said.
ENNIA CEO Lesley Ann Brodie said the appointment reflects the company's commitment to sustainable growth, stronger customer relationships, and continued innovation in the insurance market.
"We look forward to combining the experience and fresh perspectives of our new CCO to further strengthen our market position and deliver lasting added value to our customers," Brodie stated.
Chief Financial Officer Brian Tjon Ayong also expressed confidence in the appointment, stressing the importance of balancing commercial expansion with sound financial management.
"I welcome our new CCO with great confidence. By combining commercial growth with prudent financial policies and a strong focus on our customers, we can further strengthen our position and build a sustainable future for ENNIA. After all, commercial growth and financial health go hand in hand," Tjon Ayong said.
In his new position, Van der Es will be responsible for strengthening ENNIA's commercial operations, with particular emphasis on business growth, customer service, distribution channels, and the development of sustainable relationships with intermediaries and business partners.
Commenting on his appointment, Van der Es said he was pleased to return to the financial services sector and looked forward to contributing to ENNIA's future.
"With this appointment, I am returning to my roots in financial services. I look forward to working with ENNIA's management, employees, customers, and partners to continue building a strong and future-oriented organization," he said.
"Connecting with people, listening, and working together are central to my approach. With my broad experience in commercial and leadership positions in both Europe and the Caribbean, I hope to make a valuable contribution to ENNIA's continued growth and development."
ENNIA said the appointment forms part of its broader strategy to reinforce its commercial capabilities, enhance customer relationships, and position the company for sustainable long-term development in the Caribbean insurance market.