About us
A Small Team with a Big Passion for Teak and Sustainability
At Easterwoods, we're a small but dedicated team with a shared passion for forests, teak, quality, and sustainability. We believe that these values are essential to delivering a product that meets the needs of our customers while protecting the environment for future generations.
With years of experience in the teak industry, we're committed to responsible sourcing and high-quality craftsmanship. We're proud to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional teak sourcing methods and are constantly working to improve our practices to ensure that our customers receive the best possible product.
Teak is in our blood. The fourth person (from left to right) is the grandfather of Gijsbert (Forestry Engineer, Wageningen) at a recently established teak plantation. Around 1920.
Meet the Team
Gijsbert
Gijsbert has a background in tropical forestry (Engineer, Wageningen) and has lived in Latin America with his family for many years. He, therefore, knows the ins and outs and has a good network. He is still there regularly, not only for Easterwoods Trading but also for advice regarding the management of teak forests. Thorough knowledge of teak, with more than 25 years of experience in this industry and more than 30 years in forestry, forms a good foundation.
Pablo
Pablo is our engineer from Latin America, responsible for local education and quality control. His strengths are overview and calmness. He is thorough and has boundless energy.
Susan Hoekstra
Susan Hoekstra is our coordinator for Costa Rica, responsible for overseeing our operations in the region.