About Us

Rooted in trust. Built for growth. Inspired by people.

At the CLI Group, we bring together ambitious entrepreneurs, skilled local teams, and proven International  partnerships to shape the future of the Coding, Labeling, and Inspection industry. We are not a typical investment group. We are a long-term partner with a people-first philosophy and a sharp eye for sustainable growth.

We champion what’s proven: strong local businesses with entrepreneurial leaders, excellent service cultures, and deep customer trust. Our approach is simple yet powerful. Support local independence, invest in long-term relationships, and offer a European platform for meaningful growth.

What We Believe

We believe that successful companies are built by people. People who care, who act, who deliver. That’s why CLI Group puts trust, autonomy, and service excellence at the heart of every acquisition and every collaboration.

This is how we have earned the trust of entrepreneurs, teams, and customers across Europe and how we continue to grow, one strong partnership at a time.

Meet the Team behind CLI Group

Founder
Bert-Jan Dijk
Sales-driven entrepreneur with a passion for service and growth

Bert-Jan is the founder and driving force behind CLI Group. With over 25 years of experience in the Coding, Labeling, and Inspection industry, he combines hands-on leadership with a strong commercial instinct and a long-term vision. Bert-Jan’s track record in buy-and-build strategy is matched by his unwavering belief in people: he knows that excellent service and successful growth start with the right team.

Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Gerwin van Eckeveld
Global perspective. Local partnerships. Commercial excellence.

As CCO, Gerwin leads all commercial activities across the CLI Group. He brings more than 25 years of international experience in sales, marketing, and business development, having worked in leadership roles at Markem-Imaje, RICOH, and CRH across Europe and APAC. Gerwin’s strategic mindset and people-first approach help CLI companies grow stronger, smarter, and closer to their customers.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Ralph Mintjes
Financial leadership with a collaborative edge.

Ralph leads the finance organization at CLI Group and plays a key role in shaping our strategic direction. With 20+ years of experience in financial leadership across European markets, Ralph combines rigor with pragmatism and brings clarity to complex decisions. His hands-on, people-oriented style ensures that every business in the CLI Group has the financial structure and support needed for sustainable success.

Looking Ahead

We’re proud of where we’ve come from and even more excited about where we’re going. Whether you’re a business owner exploring succession, a team member building your future, or a customer looking for dependable CLI solutions, we’re here to partner with you.

CLI Group: where strong companies grow stronger, together.