Elise Bijkerk is Director Market Development at BioNederland and an independent strategist focused on the future of food. She leads efforts to accelerate both the production and consumption of organic food, aligned with the Dutch ambition to reach 15% organic agricultural land and market share by 2030. Representing over 100 members and around 80% of the sector’s turnover, BioNederland plays a key role in scaling impact—and Elise is right at the centre of that shift.

With 25 years of international experience at Danone and Arla, spanning innovation, marketing, and strategy, she knows how to build markets that last. From launching organic brands across Europe to rolling out Arla Organic in Germany, her work connects vision with execution. As part of the founding group of the Dutch More Plant-Based Action Plan, she brings the organic perspective into the broader protein transition. Expect clear insights on what the Plan is about, why organic matters, and how organisations can actively contribute to a more sustainable food system.