What do you do?
"I handle training and perform print demonstrations in the showroom," says Jeroen Grit, the KGC-E Print Instructor. "I've been working at Komori for 11 years. During the first years I spent a lot of time at customer sites all over Europe. With the opening of the Komori Graphic Center-Europe, I was assigned as KGC-E Print Instructor. At KGC-E, we run demos to show what Komori presses are capable of and offer training in Komori printing techniques for operators. We also perform tests on materials for K-Supply, such as inks and blankets," he adds.

Your goal on the job?
"I want my trainees to feel and eventually share my passion for Komori. I also want to teach them how to get the most out of their Komori press and above all give them a great experience. My passion is to always keep improving because I am the face of Komori to the customer, and that's my job," he says with pride.

High notes?
"The thing I like best about working at KGC-E is that no two days are ever the same. No demonstrations are standard. Our guests come from different countries and cultures and I do my best to understand and fulfill their needs. It makes me happy when our visitors leave with a good impression of Komori and the press," Jeroen declares. "Personally I would like to learn more about the Impremia IS29. Innovation is an ongoing process at Komori, and therefore we always have to keep learning as presses are constantly being improved."

Off the job?
"I'm basically an outdoor person and I love motorbike riding — there's nothing like the sense of freedom and the wind in your face when you're on the road. Unfortunately, I recently sold my bike, but who knows, I might buy a new bike in the future. Instead, on Saturdays I often go to football matches to see my 12-year-old son play. It's a great change of pace, and I coach him a little when I have time," says Jeroen, who has three children.

"On Press readers might see me on demos at KGC-E or international shows. Ask me anything about machines. My aim is to be the person who gives you kando," he smiles.

Jeroen with sons Joran and Sem