As a Business Development Manager with 40 years of experience, I am capable of making significant changes in the strategy of the composite wood industry, culture change, safety leadership, interim leadership, project management, and human and organizational performance.As Cargill's Business Development Manager since 2016, I've utilized my network and technical knowledge to promote our bio-based alternatives to major wood industry players. Collaborating with our R&D department, we've… Show more As a Business Development Manager with 40 years of experience, I am capable of making significant changes in the strategy of the composite wood industry, culture change, safety leadership, interim leadership, project management, and human and organizational performance.As Cargill's Business Development Manager since 2016, I've utilized my network and technical knowledge to promote our bio-based alternatives to major wood industry players. Collaborating with our R&D department, we've become a market key player, scaling tests from lab to industrial level at four large firms, generating around €3 million annually.In addition, I have identified potential clients interested in "greening" their operations and have successfully introduced Cargill to a large player in the furniture industry. Through various laboratory tests and presentations, we have convinced the client to conduct larger-scale tests.My strength lies in operating between development and sales. I possess excellent technical insight combined with sharp commercial acumen. I excel at conveying new concepts to clients and providing valuable feedback to development while constantly keeping commercial aspects and implications in mind.In addition to new opportunities in the field, I am also open to opportunities as an independent entrepreneur. Feel free to contact me at geert.dijkstra@planet.nl to discuss how I can help your organization achieve its goals.Keyword: Bio-based Product Marketing, Composite Wood Industry Consultancy, Sustainability Implementation, Project Management, Technical Insight, Commercial Acumen, Product Development, Business Development, Networking, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Collaboration, Client Relations, Change Management, Safety Leadership Show less

• Leading the launch of bio-based binder systems in the composite wood market• Handling sales for the starchy-based product for the building industry• Developing business relationships with adhesive companies to increase their bio-based, renewable content of their adhesive systems

My main focus is the development and sales of formaldehyde free binder solutions for the building industry.