Our people
OUR PEOPLE
One Team, One Goal.
At Barentz, our unique team spirit is derived from our shared passion for knowledge of the challenges that our customers face and finding solutions for them. We can achieve this optimally when every single member of our team feels respected, included, and heard – when all our staff can be themselves and give their all to their work every day.
Barentz Board
Terry was appointed interim CEO in May 2024. For more than three decades, Terry has worked in the distribution business. He spent 30 years with Univar Solutions, serving in various global leadership roles. In 2019, Terry joined Maroon Group, which was acquired by Barentz in 2020, as CEO of North America. He held this position until his appointment to the Supervisory Board in March 2023. Terry Hill holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology & Chemistry from Texas Tech University.
Derk-Jan joined Barentz as CFO in 2021, after having significant experience in international financial management. He worked for Ahold Delhaize for over 18 years including as CFO in Central Europe, Latin America, and USA. Before joining Barentz Derk-Jan was Chief Financial Officer at Tony’s Chocolonely. Derk-Jan holds a master’s degree in economics and started his career at General Electric.
With a doctorate in Chemistry and profound experience in the ingredients industry, Torsten leads the Pharmaceutical and Personal Care business activities for Barentz. During his many years with Barentz, he has built strong teams to serve customers optimally.
Kees is holding a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering and drives growth of South America and APAC region. He also has responsibility for Customized Formulation Centers. Previously, Kees has led all Asian and American territories business development activities for Barentz. Starting his career in 2000 at Barentz, Kees has built up years of experience in Food industries at Barentz, Glanbia Nutritionals and Avebe.
With a bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering and two master’s degrees in Food Production and Management, Gökhan has spent the last 20 years in executive roles within the distribution of food ingredients and specialty chemicals. He started his career at Quest International (Netherlands) in 2000 before he joined IMCD Group in 2004. Gökhan joined Barentz in 2019.
Mike joined Barentz in December 2020 with the acquisition of Maroon Group. Having served in leadership and commercial roles with the company since 2004, Mike has extensive experience in the sector, completing and integrating numerous acquisitions and executing our differentiated value proposition.
Global Business Units Management
With a Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering and two Master’s degrees in Food Production and Management, Gökhan has spent the last 20 years in executive roles within the distribution of food ingredients and specialty chemicals. He started his career at Quest International (Netherlands) in 2000 before he joined IMCD Group in 2004. Gökhan joined Barentz in 2019.
Anthony joined Barentz in 2011, when Barentz acquired Forum Products Ltd. He was a board member and shareholder. With a degree in Applied Chemistry, he has spent most of his career in sales, product management and senior management roles in the pharmaceutical industry.
In 2023, Patrice joined Barentz following the acquisition of Unipex. As the CEO of Unipex, Patrice brought with him a wealth of expertise specifically in the Personal Care market, as well as more than three decades of acting in pivotal positions within the chemical and life science space.
Mike joined Barentz in December 2020 with the acquisition of Maroon Group. Having served in leadership and commercial roles with the company since 2004, Mike has extensive experience in the sector, completing and integrating numerous acquisitions and executing our differentiated value proposition.
Before joining Barentz in 2017 Tim worked for a leading business in the organic commodities distribution active in Eastern Europe and Africa. His background is in finance and consulting and he started his career at Deloitte. He holds Master’s Degrees in Industrial Engineering & Management and in Finance.