
Jan de Rooy
Chief Executive Officer, Founder
As co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Jan de Rooy has been involved with the company from the start. Jan graduated as an Msc and also owns two bachelor degrees.
Driven and determined, he works daily on his goal: to introduce the concept and solutions of AHV International to livestock farmers all over the world, and build a multinational platform with AHV.
“We innovate to enable any decision maker in our industry to make a huge impact on their business and ultimately, our planet. With our support and expertise, we strive to make sure our industry leads the way in sustainability.”
Gertjan Streefland
DVM, Founder, Chief Scientific Officer
As a veterinarian Gertjan Streefland already experienced years ago that there were less and less good resources available for our animals. While studying microbiology, he came across the fact that bacteria are able to ‘talk’ to each other. This biochemical communication enables them to become active or inactive as a group. With AHV, we have succeeded in developing a broad range of innovative solutions from a new approach.
“Innovation is a state of mind”
Maarten van der Heijden
Chief Research & Product Development - HQ
Maarten works at AHV International as Chief Research & Product Development at our Headquarters. He focuses on further substantiation and extension of the Ruminant portfolio and on developing and introducing the Swine, Aqua and Poultry portfolio. He will be the link between our fundamental research and product management. With his 27 years of working experience in compound feed and feed additives in different managerial functions, Maarten knows how to take steps from ideation to a complete and sustainable solution that fits the needs of our customers.
“AHV’s significant growth and ambition appealed to me, I look forward to work on the further substantiation of AHV Solutions. Bringing all departments together and empower them to successfully formulate a value proposition for each solution built on trials and data.”
Lex De Boer
PHD, Chief Innovation - HQ
Since August 2020, Lex works as Chief Innovation at AHV International. His role within this position is to manage the R&D department and to monitor AHV’s patent portfolio.
Lex has a lot of work experience in biotechnology. His career started from biotechnology in industry. He moved from industry to agriculture, focusing on the application of microorganisms in agriculture and horticulture. From agriculture and horticulture he switched to AHV and focused on the control of harmful microbes in animal husbandry. Lex previously worked at Gist-brocades, DSM, Heineken Groen Agro Control and Biotech Microbials B.V.
“At AHV we have the vision and brain power to convert the science of biodiversity into practical health solutions that give living beings a better life and a sustainable future. Innovation is my job!”
Maarten Elshout
CFO - HQ
Since December 2020, Maarten Elshout has been working as CFO of AHV International. Maarten studied MSc Accountancy and graduated as a Chartered Accountant. He worked at PwC for 13 years, first as an accountant, later as an advisor in mergers and acquisitions.
“I look forward to making my contribution to the growth and further internationalisation of AHV International in the coming years.”
Arjan van de Weerd
Head of IT - HQ
Head of IT
Adam Robinson
Managing Director - UK & Ireland
Since the opening of the UK&IR office, Adam has been the Managing Director here. Adam has extensive experience in the agriculture industry. He has worked at Animal Nutrition and worked for Ballance Agri Nutrients in New Zealand for 5 years.
Adam’s role is to grow with the company in the agricultural industry, with a focus on dairy. He is also responsible for educating farmers on our highly innovative products.
“We have the resources, drive and expertise throughout our international organization to help our farmers and make our industry thrive.”
Csaba Kenéz
Managing Director - HU, PL, RO, UA, CZ
Gaël Perina
Managing Director - FR
Since May Gaël started at AHV as Managing Director for our French office. He is responsible for running this branch.
Gaël already has a lot of experience in the agricultural industry and with supplementary animal feed. He worked for Hypred as sales manager and later as director in Canada for the North American market. Gaël has also worked for Groupe Cooperatif Le Gouessant as Director of the Minerals and Nutritional Supplements Division.
“I was won over by the innovative character of AHV’s products that’s the reason why I wanted to put my experience at the service of AHV France. I am convinced that we can contribute to responsible and sustainable agriculture.”
Edoardo Locatelli
Managing Director - IT
Since January 2021, Edoardo has been Managing Director of AHV Italy. His job is to help farmers in Italy, set up and expand our Italian branch.
Edoardo has a lot of experience in management and has been working in the agricultural sector for more than 27 years. Edoardo has recently worked as ST Ruminant Manager Italy for Phileo by Lesaffre and, previously, as Dairy Nutritionist and Sales Manager for various companies both local and multinational.
“I am so glad to represent and lead an amazing company in a beautiful country, building a team with a group of great colleagues and professionals. It is a real privilege to help build and shape a company that stands out for the advancement of animal health and empowering farmers through innovation for a quorum sensing powered dairy and food supply chain.”
Dirk Ulrich
Managing Director - DE, DK, AT
In May 2020 Dirk Ulrich joined the AHV International organization as the Managing Director for our branch office in Münich, Germany. Dirk has over 14 years of experience in leading positions in the agriculture and telecommunication industry.
“Agriculture 4.0 has only just begun and there is a need for young, creative companies and ideas that can find solutions for the challenges of the agricultural sector and at the same time create new innovations. My aim is to work with AHV to break through existing structures and initiate a new chapter in animal health”.
Janneke van Wagtendonk
Managing Director - NZ
Martin Reinke
Managing Director Aqua South America and Managing Director - CL
Marinus Dijkstra
Director of Strategic Accounts - USA
Kirk Vander Dussen
Managing Director - USA
Andy Sears
Managing Director - USA
Emile van de Vegte
Director Productions & Logistics - HQ
Anibal Nascimento
Technical Service Consultant - USA
Paul Marrs
Country Manager- NI
Before becoming involved with Animal Health Vision, Paul had been an AI Technician for a lengthy number of years, working with the world leader in bovine genetics.
With a long-established career in the Dairy Industry Paul is the essence of what AHV stands for – innovation and experience.
“In life we strive to make a difference, and that is no different here at AHV. I believe we are and continuing to accomplish a major milestone in the Industry when it comes to animal health with the help of the science of Quorum Sensing. I am very excited to see what the future holds for us.”
George Sherlock
Country Manager - IE
George joined AHV in March 2020. George is Sales Manager for the Republic of Ireland. He primarily focuses on educating, motivating and mentoring the sales advisors. Additionally, getting out and speaking with farmers about our products is high on his responsibility list.
George grew op on a farm and worked in the Agri sales for 5 years. Agriculture has always been a part of him and a part of his life.
“I contribute by prioritising a first class customer service experience. I am passionate about the ongoing positive results the AHV products are providing to our customers. Our team are both individually and collectively committed to delivering this. We are seeing growth within the Irish market that shows how well AHV is being received within the farming community.”
Doug Carmichael
Country Manager - UK
Doug is passionate about facilitating the adoption of innovation within dairy, making a difference to the British Dairy Industry with the AHV solutions. With years of experience partnering and delivering solutions with national and international agricultural producers, he is focused on motivating and supporting the British farmers.
Vinko Medvid
PhD, DVM, Animal Health Specialist - Croatia
Bart Boomsma
Knowledge Transfer - HQ
Marco Hoekstra
International Product Manager Ruminants - HQ
Alan Kroeze
International Product Manager Ruminants - HQ
Paul Steenbekkers
International Product Manager Swine - HQ
Geoffrey Ackaert
Applied Research Ruminants - HQ
Mike Allerding
Training & Development Lead - US
Francesco Castiglioni
Technical Team Manager - IT
Andre Rigo
Technical Service Lead - USA
Sebastian Feser
Product Manager Ruminants - DE
Anthony Mercier
Technical & Commercial Development - FR
Hindrik Huitema
Product Manager - Benelux
Anna Beer
Business development - DE
Harry Hulman
Technical Poultry Specialist - HQ
Dinise Meerdink
Technical Specialist Swine - HQ
Yusif Anciones
Senior Veterinary Specialist - Spain
Karla Bartolin
Business Development - HU, PL, RO, UA, CZ
Karla has been working at AHV since January 2020. Karla is responsible for business development, building and maintaining relationship with clients. She also helps with achieving long-term organizational strategic goals and is working with the internal team, marketing staff and managers to increase sales opportunities.
“Having confidence in AHV’s solutions and with the understanding of the emerging trends in the agricultural sector I can help AHV to meet business needs and requirements in the Adriatic region.”
Robert Farnell
Business Operations Manager - USA
Christiaan Vogels
General Counsel - HQ
Diana Yazbeck
Regulatory Affairs Officer
Debby van Triest
HR Manager - HQ
Lauren Fries
Head of HR & Operations - UK & Ireland
Lauren joined AHV in September 2020. Lauren brings a wealth of knowledge to AHV having previously worked for many years in financial services & office admin. Lauren co-ordinates & supports the sales consultants at our office in the Republic of Ireland.
Marije Colville
Executive Assistant to CEO & CSO - HQ
Demi Fakkert
HR Assistant - HQ
Rosanne Luning
HR Assistant - HQ
Sylvia Gottwald
HR & Recruiting Manager - DE
Hanna Baxter
HR Officer - UK & IE
Ilse Vanwelden
Office Manager - BE
Petra Knotter
Office Assistant - HQ
Lyn Bayes
Operations Manager - NZ
Karla Šuća
Office Manager
Milica Bogdanović
Office Manager - SR
Laetitia Aurel
Office Manager - FR
Almasi Toth-Katalin
Office Manager - HU
Nadine Buch
Office Manager & Sales Support - DE
Leonor Melo
Office Manager - USA
Jessica Prantner
Head of Administration & Operations - DE
Manuela Repetti
Junior Office Manager - IT
Annalisa Rigolli
Administration Assistant - IT
Anna Lauxen
Scientist Microbiology - HQ
Myrthe Schuttevaar
Analyst R&D - HQ
Arash Alizadeh
Cell Tissue Researcher
Sabina Hofmeyer
Senior Chemical Analyst
Jara Huisman
Research Analyst - HQ
Luc Grisez
Head of R&D Aquaculture
Herrik Bieleman
Veterinary Data Analist - HQ
Zinabu Melese
Data Scientist - HQ
Nicola Carnielli
Product Data Specialist
Shaista Khokhar
PhD, Lead Scientist - HQ
Since March 2020, Shaista has been working at AHV International as Lead Scientist. As Lead Scientist, Shaista is responsible for the developments within AHV at the modelling level which can lead to biological activities.
Before this, Shaista gained a lot of work experience in the pharma industry and at universities. From normal scientist to lead scientist, Shaista has worked at companies such as Neem Biotech Limited, Eurofins and Solvay.
“Working with an intriguing team at AHV and tremendous diversity in the projects has enhanced my drive in R&D and I feel to have found a perfect match with my skills & abilities. Together with my experience and the amazing platform I believe we at AHV can make a significant contribution to the innovation of a sustainable future for animal health.”
Nicole Keohane
Research - UK & Ireland
Judith Honigh
Senior QA Specialist - HQ
Maurice Seegers
Production & Quality Manager - HQ
Annemijn Zeeman
Business Controller- HQ
Maarten Hoogeveen
Group Controller - HQ
Geert Kuipers
Accounts Controller - HQ
Iris Dijkhoff
Finance & Administration - HQ
Sandra Ten Veen
Financial Accountant - HQ
Michel Verhoef
Financial Accountant - HQ
Michèle Veenhof
Financial Accountant
Mark Overbeek
Junior Business Controller - HQ
Lucy McCreesh
Accounts Administrator - UK & IE
Accounts Administrator
Rachel Edgar
Financial Controller for UK & IE and NI Operations
Emma Lyons
Office Admin Assistant - IE
Flavia Urru
Buchhaltung - DE
Viktória Dénes-Loch
Financial Official - HU
Kimberly Potts
Finance and Accounting Coordinator - USA
Havva Sahin-Mokammel
Accountant – DE
Daniel Dincă
Financial Accounting Specialist
Roberto Ascui
Financial Manager - Chile
Marzena Słowikowska
Finance Assistant - PL
LEANNE HAYES
Sales Administrator
Sabrina Treacy
Sales & Office Administrator - Ireland
Sales & Office Administrator
Alex Smith
Sales & Office Administrator - England & Wales
Sales & Office Admin – England & Wales
Jordiën de Ruiter
IT Specialist - HQ
Nick Hoekman
Marketing & Global Manager - HQ
Japkje Ine Koning
Marketing - HQ
Joost Noordzij
Marketing - HQ
Lisa Godding
Marketing - HQ
Manuela Prada Rueda
Marketing - HQ
Yosha Satink
Marketing - HQ
Stefan Pruijssen
Creative Team Lead - HQ
Lammert Jan van den Beld
Creative - HQ
Marvin Rozendal
Creative - HQ
Joey Vrij
Creative - HQ
Yvet Geertsema
Marketing - Benelux
Ciara Little
Marketing - UK & IE
Cathy McBride
Marketing - UK & IE
Aloisia Loughran
Marketing - UK & IE
Robyn Volkening
Marketing - USA
Vanessa Morisset
Marketing - FR
Quirin Brix
Marketing - DE
Nicoletta Scarpelli
Marketing - DE
Sabrina Müller
Marketing - DE
Maximilian Blumenstock
Marketing - DE
Simona Rinaldi
Marketing - IT
Henderikus Kip
Administration Logistics - HQ
Tycho Groeneveld
Supply Chain Coördinator - HQ
Joanne Vos
Logistics Administrative Employee
Monica Richardson
Sales Support & Logistics Coordinator - US
Alaa Alebeid
Production - HQ
Miranda Hooisma
Production - HQ
Willem Stobbe
Logistics - Benelux
Patrick Veerman
Operator - HQ
Lammie Van der Molen
Production - HQ
Marian Stoffer
Production - HQ
Miguel Alves
Production - HQ
Delano Pinas
Production Operator
Nicolò Lentoni
Logistic & Order Manager - IT
Emrah Oral
Logistics Specialist - DE
Marko Fuchs
Logistics Specialist - DE