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Vintense offers a wide range of high-quality still and sparkling alcohol-free wines and mocktails that provide a delicious alternative to traditional wines and cocktails. Sold in over 40 countries, Vintense is experiencing dazzling growth. The many award winning products won at international competitions and judged by prestigious juries, witness the exceptional recognition of the quality of the products.https://www.vintense.be

Meron is data driven independent accredited knowledge institute. A wide range of advanced analytical tools and organoleptic tastings provides accurate insights, giving Meron extensive knowledge of the beverage market and consumer behavior.The information gained is not only relevant for determining compliance with legislation, but also helps consumers select the right beverage for a specific occasion or meal.The future is data driven. Know the data of your products and don't be too… Show more Meron is data driven independent accredited knowledge institute. A wide range of advanced analytical tools and organoleptic tastings provides accurate insights, giving Meron extensive knowledge of the beverage market and consumer behavior.The information gained is not only relevant for determining compliance with legislation, but also helps consumers select the right beverage for a specific occasion or meal.The future is data driven. Know the data of your products and don't be too late!https://www.meron.nl/en/ Show less

We share knowledge to strengthen businesses and improve lives. PUM volunteer experts work with SMEs in emerging markets to create positive impact on the economy, environment and society and contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.www.PUM.nl/en2021: Indonesia - NPD of palm wine (online coaching)2022-2024: Kenya - NPD & business development of tea based beverages ((online & on location coaching)2024: Lebanon - NPD of Prosecco type wine (online coaching)2024:… Show more We share knowledge to strengthen businesses and improve lives. PUM volunteer experts work with SMEs in emerging markets to create positive impact on the economy, environment and society and contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.www.PUM.nl/en2021: Indonesia - NPD of palm wine (online coaching)2022-2024: Kenya - NPD & business development of tea based beverages ((online & on location coaching)2024: Lebanon - NPD of Prosecco type wine (online coaching)2024: Lebanon - Business development of start-up winery (online coaching) Show less

Inspiring women entrepreneurs active in food & beverage industries. Sharing knowledge, information and contacts.

The Maud Fontenoy Foundation addresses the general population - and more particularly the younger generation - through the organization of activities designed around defending the marine environment. It is an information and awareness-raising center addressing the general population on the subject of health of our oceans which is essential to the balance of life on Earth.www.maudfontenoyfondation.com/en/

📌 International New Business Development B2B📌 Project Manager renovation and opening Flagship Store Amsterdam📌 Event Marketing consumer fairswaterdrop® believes in a world without pre-filled beverages - where daily hydration is sustainable, healthy and easy to achieve for everybody. They inspire communities to live healthier and more sustainable lives by drinking more water and unlocking its full potential.

The Netherlands

Responsible for national & multinational key accounts. (Global-) coordination with sales, marketing & consumer insights teams, creation & application, legal ®ulatory, logistics & production. Created sound strategic business plans, tracked sales & budgets. Achieved and/or exceeded profit 7 years in row. Improved customer relation. Various project management tasks.www.iff.com

The Netherlands

Managed, planned, organized and coordinated IFF's stand at Food Ingredients Europe 2019 trade event in a very limited time period. A complicated project involving numerous stakeholders with different interests and levels of engagement, including cross business unit communication, problem solving and following up leads with commercial teams.

The Netherlands

Exclusive (export) agent of innovative and unique products of top quality, offering importers and distributors unique articles for distribution in various countries worldwide. Responsible for overall management and finance. Focused on procurement and sales to export markets, PR, admin and organization of (inter)national trade events.

The Netherlands

Set up and implemented strategies, created sound business plans and concepts per country. Collaborated with and managed distributors and key-accounts in key markets. Coordinated trade events and trade visits to the DSM factories. Was member of the project team to create a controllable and more efficient and flexible internal demand & supply chain needed for seasonal businesses.www.dsm-foodspecialties.com

The Netherlands

Global sales & export, marketing & brand management for ‘new world wines’ throughout Europe. Responsible for the overall company management, including procurement, sales & P&L.Additionally international project-/interim management and business development with focus on food, beverage and hospitality.

The Netherlands

Coaching on :* Project Management* Operational analysis & (re)organization* Liaison with international cultures* Organizing & coordinating events* Innovative & creative concept research* Mystery guest

Crécy-La-Chapelle, France

Complete reorganization of this Hotel-Restaurant-Golf resort. Operations and P&L responsible. Took back lease contract and reopened restaurant under own management, reduced F&B costs, grew golf memberships, renewed (long term) lease contracts of maintenance equipment.www.domainedecrecy.com

Usa

Most exclusive wine event in the world, being held once a year in October. Responsible for back of the house preparations including managing a staff of over 60 people including sommeliers, waitstaff and 'movers'. See: www.winespectator.com

During my membership years I filled various functions such as: 📌 Member in various projects of Chapter JCI Amsterdam📌 Chapter President JCI Amsterdam📌 President Sponsoring Committee JCI The Netherlands📌 President 40th Anniversary Committee JCI The Netherlands

Based In The Netherlands

Responsible for the sales, marketing and brand management in Continental Europe ofthe BFWI portfolio with focus on wines.See: www.brown-forman.com

New York, Usa

18 hour / day operation (incl. life entertainment) with 35 union employees; coordinated re-opening of new restaurant, responsible for beverage purchases, mini-bars and F&B cost control, gave trainings and organized winemaker dinners, etc...See: www.parkermeridien.com

New York, Usa

Sales and marketing of the company's portfolio in north-eastern states in the USA.

New York, Usa

Sommelier, purchases, staff training, etc... with a 700+ selection wine cellar.Windows on the World was located on top of the World Trade Center in NYC which "perished on 9/11”.

Certificate, Designing & Leading Collaboration In A New World Order

Organizational adaptation through collaboration, Building a collaborative team, Leading collaborations (and collaboratively)

Certificate, Digital Business Strategy: Harnessing Our Digital Future

Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, Platform Revolution, Harnessing the Crowd, Limits to Decentralization.

Certificate, Beer - Level 3

Certificate, Distilled Beverages - Level 3

Certificate, Food Technology

Education record

. Management and Budgeting, Profit Planning and Control . International Marketing Management

International Commerce And Distribution

Bts, Commercial And Technical (Oenology) Wine & Spirit Study

High Schools, Baccalaureat B Economics

Primary Schools