An interview with Yolanda Moor WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT PLANTS? “I’m a huge plant freak. There’s not a single plant I find ugly. I even met my husband through plants – he’s a buyer at Intratuin. If I were a plant, it would be one that flowers abundantly, like a hydrangea or a ‘slender’ orchid” WHAT MAKES YOUR WORK ENJOYABLE? “I love the combination of plants and catering. It’s in my nature to make people happy, whether they’re co-workers or international visitors. I work well with my close colleagues and get to set my own schedule. What more could you want?” WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF? “Many of us at Royal Lemkes did a vitality check. To keep my colleagues healthy, I’ve introduced more variety in the company lunches. In addition to sandwiches, cheese, lunch meats and milk, I also serve raw vegetables and a different salad every day. The lunches are also becoming more and more sustainable. We have introduced ‘Meatless Monday’ and I try to source seasonal and local products as much as possible, such as pears and apples from a local orchard. But there’s still a lot of room for improvement when it comes to disposable plastics. However, we’re moving towards bigger packaging, which results in less waste.” HOW DO YOU GROW ‘TOGETHER’? “We show mutual appreciation for and take care of each other at Royal Lemkes. Everyone is treated equally, from reception to management. I like to offer people a listening ear. Colleagues sometimes come to me to vent their frustration when the pressure gets too much during the busy season. Their stories are safe with me.” 17
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