Wishing Ms. Esther Veninga greater responsibilities and exciting challenges in this impressive new chapter!
Barentz, the world-renowned name in specialty ingredients, has officially named Esther Veninga as its Chief Financial Officer and new board member, effective from May 1, 2025. Her arrival signals a fresh wave of strategic momentum as the company continues to grow its global footprint.
Esther Veninga brings a treasure trove of experience in international finance and strategic leadership. With past roles at major names such as Albert Heijn, Stop & Shop, Delhaize Serbia, Ahold Czech Republic and Ahold Delhaize, her background blends numbers with nuance and strategy with precision.
Sharing her excitement, Veninga said, “Barentz has built a strong reputation as a global leader in specialty ingredients, and I look forward to working with the team to drive financial performance and strategic expansion.”
Derk Jan Terhorst, CEO of Barentz, expressed his confidence in her leadership, stating, “I have worked with Esther in the past and have always admired her analytical skills and business insight which she combines with her natural way of working with people of all backgrounds and levels, as well as her collaborative approach and forward-thinking mindset.”
With an academic foundation in business and managerial economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam and executive education from Harvard Business School, Veninga stands as a powerhouse of financial knowledge. Her wide-ranging expertise will be central to strengthening Barentz’s strategic roadmap and sharpening its global competitive edge.
As Barentz continues on its journey to redefine excellence in the specialty ingredients industry, Esther Veninga’s appointment is a symbol of trust in talent, and a clear step toward a future sculpted by purpose, innovation and global ambition.
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