Within the VKR Group, we are mindful of our employees and society around us

Social responsibility is core to our values

VKR-værdierSocial responsibility and integrity have been core values for the VKR Group from the outset. In 1965, Villum Kann Rasmussen formulated the Model Company Objective, which has since served as a beacon for the VKR Group.

The year 1971 saw the founding of what is now VILLUM FONDEN, while VELUX FONDEN was created in 1981. The two foundations together, known as THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS, have since supported a wide range of non-profit purposes. In 1991, the two foundations were supplemented by the Employee Foundation for the VKR Group, which was mandated to assist employees in the event of unexpected and unfortunate situations, and to support the children of employees with educational grants.

The Employee Foundation exemplifies the concept of the Model Company Objective by assisting individual employees and their local communities alike. In this way, the spirit of Villum Kann Rasmussen lives on through the activities of the Employee Foundation, which also confers the Villum Kann Rasmussen Award on employees for outstanding achievements.

THE MODEL COMPANY OBJECTIVE

”The purpose of the VKR Group is to establish a number of Model Companies which cooperate in an exemplary manner”

Since 1965, when Villum Kann Rasmussen formulated the Model Company Objective, it has served as a beacon for the VKR Group.

According to the Objective, a Model Company is committed to products that are useful to society. Equally, the company shall treat its customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders better than most other companies.

But a Model Company also needs to make a profit in order to finance growth and maintain financial independence.

We recognise outstanding
achievements by individuals

ABOUT THE VILLUM KANN RASMUSSEN AWARD

Each year, the Employee Foundation confers the Villum Kann Rasmussen Award on employees who in their exceptional personal achievements have far exceeded expectations. The recipients are selected based on qualities that exemplify Villum Kann Rasmussen’s Model Company Objective;

•   Special commitment and great loyalty
•   Diligent and quality-conscious work performance
   Inventiveness and dynamism
   Helpfulness towards colleagues
•   Infectious enthusiasm for their work

It is not possible for employees to nominate themselves for the award. The local recommendation committees and company managements can nominate a candidate from among the employees and write a letter of recommendation setting out its reasons, which it then submits to the Board of the Employee Foundation. Based on the recommendation letters, the Board selects the employees who are to receive the award in the subsequent year.

The award is conferred annually to coincide with the late Villum Kann Rasmussen’s birthday on 23 January. The distinction is accompanied by a certificate and a gift. The Award is primarily a distinction recognising the exemplary individualised achievements of employees in different parts of the VKR Group.

If you believe that one of your colleagues is a deserving candidate for the Award, contact your local recommendation committee to let them know the name of this person.

”THE CREDIT FOR BUILDING UP THIS BUSINESS IS NOT DOWN TO ME, BUT THE TALENTED AND IMAGINATIVE PEOPLE AROUND ME”.

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The Villum Kann Rasmussen Award
– the year’s award recipients

ELINA ANGELOVA
VELUX Bulgaria EOOD

Elina is Customer Service Team Leader for Bulgaria, an extremely popular manager of a dedicated team and a highly valued member of the company. She always offers help and constructive feedback, and she gives more than asked for; an approach she has passed on to her entire department as a style of work. Elina is always firmly on the ground, is always there for all her colleagues and she sets an incredible example with her dedication and highly effective work.

BARBARA ENTWISTLE
VELUX Company Ltd.

She does her day job to an extremely high standard, she works tirelessly, supports all at work and in her community. She is an accomplished area sales manager, yet a very down to earth, helpful, and approachable person. She has always coached and mentored less experienced colleagues at work and always has time to teach and mentor others with her wealth of construction and VELUX experience. Barbara’s skills and compassion have always been part of her persona.

CINDY HUMBLOT
KH-SK France S.A.S., Bourbonne les Bains

A temp worker for a start, she was soon offered a permanent position in the roller shutter assembly. Multiskilled in the production processes, she became quality inspector, and later on, team leader in the roller shutter department assisting the shifting foremen and a guarantee of stability. Engaged and committed, Cindy is a key operator and is recognised by all. Her optimistic and loyal approach together with her professional conscientiousness and initiative make her a pillar of the site.

ASGER MØLLER JENSEN
DOVISTA A/S, Ringkøbing

His extensive and long-standing experience ensured him a job after the closure of the assembly departments in Ringkøbing. Today he works as supplier and planner in the factory being responsible for ordering transport, packing materials and for loading trucks. He is a highly respected employee with a favourable and committed approach to his tasks. His ingenuity is reflected in his work and working procedures. Asger is always willing to go the extra mile and his sense of humour and high spirits are infectious to everyone at the location.

ŁUKASZ KUNOWSKI
DOVISTA Polska Sp. z o.o.

He is hardworking, ambitious, and clever. During his long service, he has worked with carpentry, wood quality, and today with supplier development. Łukasz is creative, communicative and very sociable. His colleagues appreciate his experience, which he willingly shares. In addition, he has a positive cooperative attitude, is helpful and patient, which contributes to a friendly working atmosphere. He is extremely devoted and loyal within the organisation, and he enjoys the respect of his colleagues and management.

LISE LUNDUM
VELUX A/S, Østbirk

Lise works as a Quality Assurance Engineer with Global Quality, Health, Safety, Environment and Energy. She contributes with initiative and commitment to her tasks and to the well-being of her colleagues. She has an infectious optimism and a positive approach to solving tasks professionally, even when deadlines are short. Her extensive knowledge of products and her ability to get things done make her in high demand for projects. Lise offers both ideas and suggestions for improvement. She loves her job, and is always helpful towards others.

LOTTE TINGSTED MATHIESEN
VELUX A/S, Hørsholm

She is Project Manager within Experience Marketing. She has become a key figure in the unity and symbol of the company culture. As a people connector and with an outstanding passion for creating experiences and dialogue between people, she understands the importance of unity and joy in a workplace. Her commitment often extends beyond the projects, and her courage and ambitions are huge. Lotte knows the significance of the small details in a big project. Every business should have someone like Lotte.

DANIEL MAURER
VELUX Schweiz AG

He has outstanding technical and specialist knowledge that is invaluable to his job within the technical customer support. His calm, balanced and courteous manners are highly appreciated by colleagues and customers, who also appreciate his professional, objective and competent advice. He works with passion, enthusiasm and strong dedication. Furthermore, for Daniel Maurer it is important to handle and solve the technical inquiries by the highest standards that leaves the customers completely satisfied.

PAWEŁ OWCZAREK
NM Polska Sp. z o.o.

As a roller and tooling specialist, he is a very competent, high-skilled employee within mechanics and electromechanics. Paweł has unlimited patience, and he is one of the most recognised people with the technical department in the factory and the global ALU group support. Thanks to his personality and reliability, Paweł is always the first choice specialist for the production staff. In technical matters, he never gives up nor leaves matters unsolved, and he always puts safety first.

FRANK ROOD
JET BIK Projecten B.V.

His colleagues in VELUX Commercial Supply Netherlands perceive him as a role model leading by example. For many years, Frank has shown strong commitment as a trusted leader especially in times of change. He creates a positive atmosphere while leading his team to exceed goals. He is enterprising, always looking for opportunities, a great team player, and his way of solving problems constructively is a real strength. He is highly respected and valued for his expertise and his great listening skills.

MÁRIA ŠPÁNKOVÁ
Partizánske Building Components-SK

Mária is an exceptional production team leader and a great example for her colleagues. Her job is her passion! She has a natural authority and is a wonderful person to work with. She is always motivated, and collaborates with her team to find the right way to achieve the goals set. Mária is a perceptive and careful listener. She enjoys great respect among all her colleagues who value her proactive approach and capability to find solutions. Maria is a loyal and devoted employee.

EWA MARIA STEPEK
Altaterra Polska Sp. z o.o.

As Office manager, Ewa has handled the Polish office with responsibility and ownership as if it were her own home and as if her colleagues were her own family. She is caring and helpful, but also rigorous and strong-minded when it comes to the rules of the company. Her unfailing drive and willingness to go the extra mile for the company make her a valued and respected employee and colleague. She is a person of outstanding strength and her vitality is a great example to others.

ZSUZSANNA VARGA
VELUX Magyarország LKR Kft.

She began her career in the company as a quality inspector; she knows the business inside out, and today, she is Production manager in the Assembly department; a very strong manager with excellent interpersonal skills. She is always willing to give colleagues of all categories her counsel and guidance on how to deal with any issues. Zsuzsa is a great team player, and a committed and talented member of the management team. She is the glue that keeps the production management team together as a strong cohesive unit.

PER AARESTRUP WEDEL
DOVISTA A/S, Herning

He is Project manager with the day-to-day responsibility for sales prices across the Rationel and VELFAC markets. He is a company man and takes an active part in various works committees. His commitment and humour contributes to the good working atmosphere, and he has an genuine interest in the welfare of his colleagues. His extraordinary helpfulness, experience, and sense of responsibility make him a favoured business partner. Per is a model employee who makes a big difference to the company and his colleagues every day.