Desiree Ditterich
I am an agricultural entrepreneur and, since 2003, I have been cultivating an olive grove in the Maremma region, between Tuscany and Lazio, using exclusively natural and organic farming methods. In 2016, together with my niece, I turned this passion into a professional business by developing both olive oil production in Italy and its distribution […]
Iakovos Tzanakis
I work in my family’s olive oil packaging and trading company in Crete, Greece. My responsibilities include sales, quality control, product evaluation, customer support, and participation in olive oil tastings. My daily involvement in the extra virgin olive oil sector has inspired a strong interest in sensory analysis and quality assessment. My journey with O.N.A.O.O. […]
Thomas Nystrom
I am the Managing Director of ITIGO AB and have been working in the extra virgin olive oil sector for more than thirty years. Our company imports premium extra virgin olive oils into the Swedish market, working closely with producers from Italy, Spain, Greece, and Croatia. Throughout my career, I have built long-standing relationships with […]
Nejat Atalan
I was born in 1996 and hold a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. After completing my studies, I joined Nejat Atalan Dış Ticaret A.Ş., my family’s company, where I represent the third generation and continue its long-standing tradition in the olive oil sector. My responsibilities focus primarily on quality control, the organoleptic assessment and […]
Sergio Contrucci
I am an importer and the owner of Vita Pura, a specialty shop in the Netherlands dedicated to high-quality extra virgin olive oil and authentic Italian artisanal products. Through my work, I aim to promote a more conscious and healthy lifestyle by helping people discover the true value of authentic extra virgin olive oil. In […]
Piet Oeyen
Sommelier based in London and Technical Olive Oil Taster. Owner of an olive grove, I personally oversee every stage of production, from harvesting to packaging. I began my journey with O.N.A.O.O. in March 2023, taking part in courses, workshops, and advanced studies focused on olive oil. My philosophy can be summed up in a simple […]
An Lodewijckx
I am an extra virgin olive oil producer in Sardinia through Oru Sardu, a project founded in 2018 with the aim of bringing authentic, high-quality olive oil directly to consumers. My work covers the entire production process, with a strong focus on quality, transparency, and authenticity. Driven by a desire to deepen my knowledge of […]
Marella Ruata
I work as a Sales Representative for an olive oil company and have grown up in the world of edible oil packaging and marketing. After gaining experience in sales back office, I now manage the Italian market. My journey with O.N.A.O.O. began in September 2023 with the Official Technical Course, where I obtained the Physiological […]
Adriano Blengini
Agricultural entrepreneur (olive oil mill operator) In 2016, I opened my own farm. In 2018, I became an olive oil mill operator at the Armato Cristina farm. Producer of table olives. Collaboration with Lodo Guide.
Giacomo Rinaldi
I have attended several O.N.A.O.O. courses over the years, as it is also an important institution deeply rooted in the local area. Visiting local producers, tasting their products, and discovering the quality and identity of the region is extremely valuable, especially when an organization like O.N.A.O.O. gives you the opportunity to experience it firsthand through […]