Sebastian Jakob
Vice President Human Nutrition Emea @Barentz
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Vice President Human Nutrition Emea @Barentz
Driving profitable growth for Barentz\' Human Nutrition business across the EMEA region by developing high-performing teams, strengthening principal partnerships, and building the structures needed for sustainable commercial excellence. Focused on portfolio optimization, sharper go-to-market strategies, and fostering an entrepreneurial culture of ownership, collaboration, and accountability across diverse markets. All based on the conviction that great commercial results are the outcome of empowered people abd great leadership.
ABOUT SEBASTIAN JAKOB
Growing businesses by growing people. That’s what drives me.In 25+ years in the food ingredients industry, I’ve learned that sustainable growth never comes from strategy alone. It comes from entrepreneurial thinking, deep knowledge, strong partnerships, and above all, people who feel trusted, empowered, and aligned behind a shared ambition.I lead teams across the region with one clear focus: building a high-performance culture where great people deliver great results for our principals, our customers, and each other.My leadership philosophy is rooted in authenticity, ownership, and hands-on commitment. I bring an entrepreneurial mindset to everything I do, shaped by (co-)founding 2 startups and scaling businesses from the ground up. I’ve built profitable partnerships with principals and customers across Europe and beyond, audited over 300 food ingredient producers around the globe, and developed winning product portfolios grounded in deep market and application knowledge. But what I’m most proud of are the successful teams and efficient structures I’ve built.If you’re in the food and nutrition space and want to exchange ideas on leadership, growth, or partnerships: let’s connect.
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