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Barentz Names Derk Jan Terhorst as New CEO

Terhorst has been with Barentz for more than three years as group CFO.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Barentz announced that Derk Jan Terhorst was appointed group CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Terhorst will take over from Terry Hill who served as Interim CEO since May 2024.

Terhorst has been with Barentz for more than three years as group CFO. During this time, Terhorst has been with Barentz for more than three years as group CFO.  demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision, playing a key role in formulating Barentz strategy and driving other important initiatives.

Prior to joining Barentz, Terhorst held senior management positions in Ahold Delhaize and Tony’s Chocolonely, gaining significant expertise in international financial management, with experience spanning Europe and the USA.

“After a rigorous selection process, we are confident that Derk Jan is the ideal leader to guide Barentz into its next phase of growth,” said Ben Osnabrug, partner at Cinven and member of Barentz Supervisory Board. “His deep understanding of our business and proven ability to deliver results will ensure a seamless transition and will help us unlock new opportunities going forward. Having collaborated closely with the board in recent years, we have every confidence that Derk Jan will ensure the continued success of Barentz while driving forward our strategic ambitions. I would also like to thank Terry for his service as Interim CEO and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

“I am honored to take on this role and continue working alongside our talented teams around the world,” said Terhorst. “Barentz has built an impressive legacy, and I believe our winning strategy – focusing on best-in-class principal management, sales acceleration, and operational excellence – positions us well for an exciting future. The hard work, dedication, and loyalty of our global workforce are the cornerstones of our success. I look forward to building on our strong foundations and leading Barentz through the next chapter of growth, as we strive to become a global leader in the specialty ingredients sector.”

A new CFO has been selected and will start on May 1, 2025. Until then, Terhorst will continue to assume CFO responsibilities.

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