IOC panel member, Executive Director The Olive OIl Academy BV.
Worked for more then 25 years in the Financial Industry. After buying a house in Italy and became owner of a small olive grove.To satisfy my hunger for more knowledge about olives, I completed in 2023 the Olive Oil Sommelier Certificaiton in London. Followed by the Courses at ONAOO in Imperia, Italy, to the Master Olive Oil Consultant at ESAO in Valencia/Jaén, Spain, to Professional Taster Table Olives, and Professional Olive Oil Taster. I am co-owner of the Dutch Olive Oil Institute and a panelmember of an IOC-approved tasting panel. Also judge in several international olive oil competitions such as EVO IOOC in Italy.
I am co-owner of the Dutch Olive Oil Institute and a panelmember of an IOC-approved tasting panel. Also judge in several international olive oil competitions such as EVO IOOC in Italy, As co-onwer I am deeply involved in The Olive Oil Academy as executive director. By combining our expertise and networks, we offer a high-quality learning program for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Students receive training based on the latest research and industry insights.