André Brand

André Brand possesses extensive experience in the animal nutrition and agricultural sectors, currently serving as a Member of the Board of Directors at Barenbrug Group since September 2019, focusing on organizational change and environmental sustainability. Previously, André held various leadership roles at Trouw Nutrition from 2013 to 2019, including Director of NutriOpt, where innovative commercialization strategies were developed, and Global Portfolio Manager for Poultry, optimizing value creation through scientific research. Prior to Trouw Nutrition, André was the Country Director for Provimi Vietnam, managing P&L and operations, and contributed to business development across Asia Pacific. André's foundational career includes roles in product management and IT at Nutreco and Hendrix Illesch GmbH. Educational qualifications include an Executive MBA and advanced management training from renowned institutions such as IMD and HEC Paris, alongside a Master's degree in Animal Science and Farm Economics from Wageningen University & Research.