Founders
"We formed People 4 Earth as an organization by the people, for the people and planet and invite you to get involved, help, inspire and create a fair and sustainable world for all. Through transparency, simplicity, oneness and truth we can address the social and ecological challenges we face as they stand in relationship with the economical and financial tensions in the world. Only by taking a stand and balancing heart and head will we make an impact. Whether it is as an individual or as a group, we are all an intrinsic piece of the puzzle and together we can make a differenc!"
"Let's create a world that is based on an economy of taking care of each other, sharing and cooperation. A true sustainable world."
"Moving to a better world!"
Nico has a passion for teamwork and connecting people. Having grown up on a farm, Nico enjoys feeling his hands in the earth.
After studying economics and marketing in Amsterdam, Nico worked for IBM and 3M for 7 years in marketing and sales. In 1983 he started the Videoland franchise-organization which grew from 1 to 180 stores in 9 years. In 1992 he invested in the natural food industry and was a shareholder of Natudis (The Netherlands). For 8 years he was on the board of directors of the Dutch Fair Trade stores(Wereldwinkels).
As a co-founder and president of the European Board, he is together with his business partner Martine Bloquiaux, responsible for the strategy and development of People 4 Earth worldwide.
The proud father of Kim, Margo and Nico Jr., he loves to play tennis and take long walks in the woods.
Martine has a passion for people from all cultures and walks of life. She has a J.D. and began practicing law in her native Belgium. Soon afterwards, she specialized in international business and marketing and lived and worked in Europe, Asia and the United States.
She has worked for companies such as MasterCard and Manpower in international marketing projects such as the launch of Maestro worldwide. Since 2003 she has studied and worked in alternative medicine which has deepened her desire to improve the overall health of people. As a co-founder and president of the US Board, she is together with her business partner Nico Broersen, responsible for the strategy and development of People 4 Earth worldwide.
She resides in Philadelphia, loves art and the outdoors, and is the proud mother of two college sons, Nick and Tommy.