Early Life
Remon Vos was born in Stadskanaal, Netherlands, in 1970. He began working at a young age, and by the age of 12, he was earning money washing cars and cleaning at a hair salon. His interest in business was sparked early, and a trip to Czechoslovakia in 1991 proved to be a pivotal moment, inspiring his entrepreneurial journey.
Rise to Success
Vos founded CTP in 1998 with Johan Brakema and Eddy Maas in the Czech Republic, aiming to develop A-class industrial properties. The company's first project was completed between Prague and Brno. CTP expanded rapidly, becoming the largest industrial property developer in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). CTP's IPO on the Euronext Amsterdam in 2021 further solidified Vos's success.
Key Business Strategies
Vos's success is attributed to his strategic vision, including a focus on scale, vertical integration, and long-term asset holding. CTP's approach emphasizes building ecosystems and strong relationships with clients, resulting in high contract renewal rates. Vos is known for being hands-on and mobile, actively involved in securing new business and making decisions.
Philanthropy
Remon Vos and his wife, Carolien Vos, share charitable values that are reflected in a range of initiatives. The family has partnered with the UN Refugee Agency to support education for girls and refugee students. They also support The Maggie's Center in Groningen and sports education through the Sven Kramer Academy. In 2022, they donated €10 million to the UNHCR in response to the war in Ukraine.