John Vink
About John Vink
John Vink is a Senior Product Manager with a diverse educational background in Economics, Agricultural Economics, and Politics, Philosophy & Economics. He has extensive experience in various roles within the agricultural and consulting sectors, including positions at AFGRI Operations Limited and Monitor Deloitte.
Work at AgVend
John Vink currently serves as a Senior Product Manager at AgVend, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management, ensuring that AgVend's offerings meet the needs of its clients in the agricultural sector. His experience in product management and strategic business development contributes to the company's goals in enhancing agricultural technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
John Vink has an extensive educational background in economics and related fields. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Politics, Philosophy & Economics from the University of Cape Town. He also holds a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University, an Executive MBA from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, and a Master's degree in Economics from Stellenbosch University. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Diploma in Central Banking from UNISA and participated in a postgraduate exchange program at Maastricht University.
Professional Background
John Vink has a diverse professional background with significant experience in product management and consulting. He worked at AFGRI Operations Limited as Head of Advisory & Special Projects from 2018 to 2022 and as Strategic Business Manager from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he was a Senior Consultant and Engagement Manager at Monitor Deloitte from 2012 to 2016. His career began at the South African Reserve Bank as an Assistant Economist in 2011 and included an internship at North Star Alliance in 2010.
Achievements in Consulting
During his tenure at Monitor Deloitte, John Vink held various roles, including Senior Consultant and Engagement Manager. His work involved providing strategic insights and solutions to clients, enhancing their operational efficiencies. His contributions in these roles helped shape the consulting practices within the firm and provided valuable support to clients across different sectors.