Hans Bekker Partner

Personal quote / philosophy

'I am an adviser and sparring partner for directors and principal shareholders.'

Training and work experience

Hans graduated from the school for higher education in economics and management in Enschede in 1982. In 1984, he joined the Ministry of Finance, moving to a local accountancy firm in Enschede a year later. During this period, he also qualified as an accounting consultant.

In 1992, Hans joined Ten Kate Huizinga as an accountant, making partner in 2000 (with responsibility for SMEs). He has managed a number of Ten Kate Huizinga's branches and departments over the years. 

With Mazars' takeover of Ten Kate Huizinga on 1 January 2018, Hans became a partner/shareholder at Mazars Netherlands.

Specialist experience

Hans' portfolio of clients is vast. He focuses on directors and principal shareholders of family businesses with 10 employees or more in the Twente region. His specific sector experience covers the automotive, metal and service industries.

Ancillary positions

Hans serves as an administrator for various local civil society organisations. In addition, he is an active member of several employers' associations and sports clubs in the area.