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Hans Polstra

Business Advisor at Global Food Partners
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Hans Polstra, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the food industry, holds a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Oregon and an International Business degree from Nyenrode Business University, with expertise in cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, and business strategy.
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Singapore, SG
Skills
  • Food Industry
  • Food
  • Food Safety
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • Product Development
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Hans Polstra, a seasoned executive with a proven track record in the food industry, has spearheaded cross-functional teams and driven business strategy for top-tier companies. As a Board Member/Director at Allpress Espresso Singapore Pte Ltd and Founding Partner/Chairman at VS Story - Vision Strategy Storytelling Pte. Ltd, Hans has cultivated a deep understanding of customer insights and product development. His experience spans over three decades, with notable stints at McCain Foods, Brasserie Bread, and Viking International Inc., where he has developed a keen sense of strategic planning and leadership.

Experience

  • Global Food Partners
    • Singapore
    • Business Advisor
      • Sep 2021 - Nov 2021
      • Singapore

  • Allpress Espresso Singapore Pte Ltd
    • Singapore
    • Board Member/Director
      • Jun 2014 - May 2021
      • Singapore

  • VS Story - Vision Strategy Storytelling Pte. Ltd
    • Singapore
    • Founding Partner / Chairman
      • Nov 2016 - Apr 2021
      • Singapore

      Film making company

  • Rademaker Holding BV
    • Singapore
    • Director
      • Aug 2016 - Dec 2018
      • Singapore

  • Brasserie Bread
    • 1737 Botany Road, Banksmeadow, NSW
    • Exec Chairman / CEO
      • Apr 2011 - Aug 2018
      • 1737 Botany Road, Banksmeadow, NSW

      Award winning Artisan Bakery,with operations in Sydney , Melbourne and QLD.Outlets in Sydney Airport and Melbourne airports.

  • McCain Foods
    • Singapore
    • VP McDonald Business Unit Asia Pacific,Middle East & Africa
      • Apr 2008 - Jun 2011
      • Singapore

      Responsible for McCain /McDonald business relationship in Asia Pacific / India Sub Continent / Middle East & AfricaTotal 37 marketsMember McDonald's Supplies Advisory Council ( SAC)Member McDonalds Food Improvement Team ( FIT)Chairman McDonald's Fry CouncilMember McDonald's APMEA ( Asia, Pacific, Middle East & Africa ) Culinary Council

  • McCain International
    • Singapore
    • Vice President SE Asia & South Korea
      • Jul 2005 - Mar 2009
      • Singapore

  • McCain Asia Pacific Ltd
    • Singapre
    • Vice President SE Asia
      • Jul 2002 - Jul 2005
      • Singapre

  • McCain International Inc
    • Mexico City DF
    • Sr Vice President International Chain Accounts
      • Jan 2001 - Jun 2002
      • Mexico City DF

  • McCain International Inc / McCain Asia Pacific / Growers Ltd ( New Zealand )
    • Portland , OR , USA
    • Senior VP Asia Business Development
      • Jun 1999 - Dec 2000
      • Portland , OR , USA

  • Conagra Refrigerated Foods Intl
    • Portland, OR, USA
    • Independent Consultant
      • Jun 1998 - Nov 1998
      • Portland, OR, USA

      Analysis food service sales opportunities for member companies of the US $ 25 bln company

  • Lamb Weston Asia Ltd
    • Portland, OR, USA
    • Vice President
      • Jun 1992 - May 1998
      • Portland, OR, USA

      Managed Asia business for this ConAgra subsidiary

  • Viking International Inc
    • Portland, OR, USA
    • President and Co Founder
      • Mar 1972 - Jun 1992
      • Portland, OR, USA

      Award winning Food trading Company.Offices in USA, Netherlands, Switzerland and Tokyo, JapanEventually sold the business to Lamb Weston / ConAgra

  • First National Bank of Oregon
    • Portland, OR . USA
    • Assistant Cashier International Banking
      • Feb 1970 - Mar 1972
      • Portland, OR . USA

      FCIA / EXIM Financing

  • Dutch Royal Grenadier Guard 11 PAINF Battalion
    • Arnhem , the Netherlands
    • 1st Lieutenant
      • Sep 1968 - Feb 1970
      • Arnhem , the Netherlands

      Platoon Commander

Education

  • 1967 - 1968
    University of Oregon
    Bachelor of Science, Marketing / Transportation
  • 1965 - 1967
    Nyenrode Business University
    Degree, Intl Business

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