Leon Eijkenboom

Leon Eijkenboom is a highly experienced professional in operations and management within the food industry, currently serving as the Company Manager for Givaudan in the Netherlands and Belgium since September 2007. With roles including Head of Operations, Project Director for NOAM, and Interim Site Director, Leon has a strong focus on safety, employee development, and service reliability. Previous positions include Savory Operations Director North America and Operations Director for Givaudan Nederland, overseeing multiple sites and a significant number of employees. Leon's career also includes consultancy at plan2improve and various managerial positions at CSM, Tastemaker, and Campina. An educational background in Food Technology and Processing from Wageningen University & Research, complemented by an MBA from Nijenrode, further solidifies Leon's expertise in the field.