Barentz appoints Derk Jan Terhorst as new CEO succeeding Terry Hill

NETHERLANDS – Barentz, a key player in the speciality ingredients sector, has appointed Derk Jan Terhorst as its new group chief executive officer, effective immediately. 

This move comes as Terhorst succeeds Terry Hill, who served as Interim CEO since May 2024. Terhorst, who has over three years of experience at Barentz, previously held the position of Group CFO. 

His tenure at the company has been marked by a strong focus on financial management and strategic oversight, contributing significantly to Barentz’s strategic direction and operational initiatives.

Before joining Barentz, Terhorst held pivotal roles at Ahold Delhaize and Tony’s Chocolonely, where he gained valuable experience in international financial dynamics across Europe and the United States. 

This background has provided him with deep insights into the global market, which will serve him well as he takes on the CEO role at Barentz. 

According to Ben Osnabrug, a partner at Cinven and member of Barentz’s Supervisory Board, Terhorst’s profound understanding of the company and his proven track record in delivering results make him the ideal candidate to lead Barentz through its next phase of growth. 

Osnabrug also expressed gratitude to Terry Hill for his leadership during the transition period.

In response to his appointment, Terhorst expressed his honor at taking on the role and highlighted his commitment to working with Barentz’s talented teams across the globe. 

He emphasized that the company’s continued focus on principal management, sales acceleration, and operational excellence would be crucial as it navigates the challenges and opportunities ahead. 

This marks a new chapter for Barentz as it continues to strengthen its position in the speciality ingredients market.

As part of the transition, Barentz has also announced that a new CFO will be appointed, with the change set to take effect on May 1, 2025. 

Until that time, Terhorst will retain his CFO responsibilities in addition to his new role as CEO. Barentz operates in over 70 countries, with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and is steadily expanding its footprint in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. 

The company reported a turnover of approximately €2.4 billion and serves over 27,000 customers worldwide, highlighting its significant role in the global food and beverage manufacturing landscape.

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