A true “Swiss-army knife” of fresh produce expertise, this industry leader has lived and breathed fresh produce since childhood. With more than 17 years of professional experience across the full produce value chain, they bring rare breadth and depth spanning supply chain management, strategic planning, product innovation, brand marketing, food safety, accounting, import operations, and sustainability. They are equally effective leading small internal teams or guiding cross-industry groups of senior leaders, always bringing a positive, energetic, can-do attitude and a people-first approach to complex challenges.
They are known for their meticulous attention to detail and rare ability to anticipate changes before they emerge, enabling teams and organizations to stay ahead of trends, disruptions, and evolving customer expectations. By pairing this foresight with a willingness to challenge conventional methods, they have spearheaded initiatives that improved production efficiencies, increased revenues, strengthened brand equity, and elevated corporate reputation. Career highlights include developing a highly recognized and trusted fresh produce brand; launching award-winning, first-to-market packaging innovations; and achieving multiple world firsts in sustainable farming certifications.
Their professional reach is global. They have worked closely with business partners across South America, Africa, Europe, and Oceania, giving them a strong understanding of international trade dynamics, cultural nuance, and resilient supply chain design. They are fluent in English, conversational in Dutch, and a beginner in Spanish.
An active contributor to the broader industry, they have held multiple leadership roles within the International Fresh Produce Association, serving on committees, working groups, and programs that have created tangible value for IFPA members and the industry at large.
Their leadership style is collaborative, pragmatic, and grounded in honesty, transparency, and independence. Colleagues value their calm judgment, depth of knowledge, and rapid, thoughtful decision-making. They lead by example, fostering collaborative cultures that encourage creativity, curiosity, and professional growth – particularly through mentorship and team development.
Thriving in dynamic, diverse environments, they adapt quickly and bring structure to complexity. They are ready to bring their strategic mindset, global perspective, and passion for resilient supply chains, sustainability, and innovation to a forward-looking organization seeking a leader who can elevate both performance and culture.
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