Franciska

Franciska has been working as Island Marketer at VVV Texel since 2024 and shows in a creative way what makes Texel so special, so that everyone can fully enjoy the beautiful island.

What do you do at VVV Texel?

‘As Island Marketer, I show why people should visit the island. But things like ensuring spread, encouraging cycling and walking, and promoting Texel entrepreneurs are also important. I write newsletters, create social media posts and online advertisements, and in spring I keep track of the Lamb Radar. I also follow trends and developments, analyse our current content and monitor the content budget. I also work on website optimisation, the app and webcare. The variety of work and working with colleagues on new ideas and projects gives me a lot of energy. The freedom to pick up what you like and what you are good at is what makes this work so special!’

Franciska's favourite...

Cycle route: cycle route Rondje Texel! I made this varied 65-kilometre cycle route myself and it is perfect for seeing the best of the island in one day!
Village: Oosterend, cosy village with beautiful old houses. In December the inhabitants decorate their windows with beautiful Christmas and winter themes, then you can stroll through Oosterend and enjoy all the lights.
Texel's word: the other side = the mainland, the rest of the Netherlands. Everyone knows what you're talking about, it's such a standard word, but people from the other side don't understand.
Outing: picking fruit at Food Forest Texel! You can walk around the garden here and pick your own fruit. Nature reserve: De Slufter, this remains a fascinating area to visit.
Texel delicacy: Hoornder ring
Island bird: Spoonbill, with its unique beak.
Island animal: the Texel sheep, especially the happy lambs in spring.

Do you have a question for Franciska?

You can email her at f.vangortel@texel.net.

More VVV Texel colleagues

Liselotte Vlaming

Liselotte has no less than three positions in different departments within the VVV. So she really is at home in all markets.

Hans Peter

As Finance Manager, Hans Peter is responsible for the entire financial administration of VVV Texel.

Dalea Dekker

As Database Marketer, Dalea is responsible for analysing, checking and reporting the data of the various departments.

Farnam

Since 2023, Farnam has been VVV Texel's Data Engineer. His main task is to make the organisation more data-driven.

Anne-Marie Kortenhoeven-Boon

Anne-Marie deals with Travelbase management and database marketing. She enjoys helping partners set up their Travelbase environment.

Peter Nederstigt

As E-commerce Manager since 2016, Peter has a multifaceted job at VVV Texel, in which he can put his experience in accommodation rental to good use

Leonie Hoever

As Island Marketer, Leonie deals with VVV Texel's website, webshop, app, social media, campaigns and newsletters.

Radna Trap

Setting up marketing campaigns, partnerships and making appointments with press/influencers are part of Radna's duties.

Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie works at VVV Texel as Island Marketer - PR & Partnerships. She works on partnerships to put Texel even more on the map.

Danielle Snowden-Boom

Manager of the Font Office department of VVV Texel is Daniëlle. She makes the rosters and oversees the day-to-day running of the department.

Marie-Christine Pijnenburg

Marie-Christine is a Front Office Employee and answers the phone, emails, apps and social media messages. She also works in the shop regularly.

Afke Jimmink

Afke has been working in the Front Office department since 1997. She informs guests in the shop and online about activities on the island.

Melissa de Vries

As a Front Office employee, Melissa is happy to answer your questions about Texel or accommodations. She has been happily doing this since 2018!

Anita Ran

Anita has been working at VVV Texel since 1990, all the while as a Front Office employee. Do you have a question about Texel or an accommodation? Ask Anita

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