Background and Experience

Hans has been employed by various international corporations and start-up companies, such as Akzo Nobel, Eastman Chemical, Purac, Corbion and Vibers. In this way, he has gained an exceptionally broad view of the biobased chemicals, industrial biotechnology and (bio)plastics industries. He has been active in Product Development, Application, and Market Development as well as Strategic Business Development.

In addition, Hans fulfilled roles in R & D, Product and Account Management, Strategic Marketing, Innovation Management, Venture Development and Strategy.

Hans has a formal education and PhD in Physical Organic Chemistry (University at Utrecht) and subsequent education in Economics (Open University) and Business (Nyenrode Business University). Additionally, he has been trained as a Professional Coach and as Certified Professional NLP and HNLP Coach and Trainer.

Besides experience in the bioplastics and chemicals industries, Hans has developed new biobased products and markets in such diverse industries as Micro-electronics, Cosmetics and Personal Care, Food Ingredients, Home Care, Industrial Cleaners, and Agrochemicals.