Starthub mentor
Maiko van der Meer is a strategy consultant at Bright Green Strategy Partners and at M.A.I.K.O. Consultancy with a successful track record of accomplishments in the international Aquaculture, Agriculture and Food (ingredients) Industry. Maiko has lived and worked in 6 European countries.
‘‘Throughout my career I have focused on bridging the gap between (future) consumer needs and technological capabilities. Through my education and exposure to many fields of R&D, linked with my understanding of value chain and market dynamics, I have created value for the whole supply chain on many occasions. I am looking forward to mentor young entrepreneurs and bring my knowledge, experience and networking to the table.’’
International partnerships/M&A
Fast track innovation & commercialisation
Investors
Food Ingredients & Flavours
Aquaculture
Agriculture value chains
2019 – present Co-founder of Novish, the 1st Plant Based Seafood company
2016 – present Strategy Consultant and Board Advisor (Bright Green Strategy Partners)
Previous:
2017 – 2018 CCO in a global meat cooperative (Vion Food Group)
2012 – 2016 CEO in seafood processing and sales (Mowi)
2004 – 2012 GM positions in the International Bakery Industry (CSM, Royal Smilde)
1987 – 2004 GM positions in the International Oils & Fats and Food Ingredients Industry (Unilever)
Education:
1985 – 1987 MBA at Twente University
1981 – 1986 MSc Inorganic Chemistry at Utrecht University
1985 – 1987 President of the Dutch Students Sports Association