Ard Zweep
About Ard Zweep
Ard Zweep is the Director of EMEA Sales and Marketing at JBT Foodtech, where he has worked since 2017. He has over 15 years of experience in sales and marketing roles across various companies and regions, including significant positions at Marel and Derco.
Work at JBT FoodTech
Ard Zweep has been serving as the Director of EMEA Sales and Marketing at JBT FoodTech since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales and marketing operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His leadership focuses on developing strategies that enhance market presence and drive revenue growth. JBT FoodTech specializes in food processing and technology solutions, and Zweep's expertise in this sector contributes to the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Marel
Before joining JBT FoodTech, Ard Zweep worked at Marel, where he held two significant roles. From 2014 to 2017, he was the Regional General Manager for the Rh division, based in Garðabær, Iceland. Prior to that, he served as the General Manager for the Ssu division from 2012 to 2014. His tenure at Marel involved managing operations and driving sales in the food technology sector.
Experience at Derco
Ard Zweep was the General Sales and Marketing Director at Derco from 2005 to 2009. During his four years in this position in Chile, he was responsible for leading the sales and marketing strategies within the company. His role involved developing initiatives to enhance market share and improve customer engagement in a competitive landscape.
Education and Expertise
Ard Zweep studied at the University of Groningen Business School (UGBS) from 1986 to 1991, where he gained foundational knowledge in business management. His educational background supports his extensive experience in sales and marketing, particularly within the food technology industry. Zweep possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics and effective sales strategies.
Background in Business Management
Ard Zweep has a diverse background in business management, having held various leadership roles across multiple continents. He worked as a Business Unit Manager at Forbo Movement Systems in Germany from 2011 to 2012. His career reflects a strong capability in managing sales and marketing operations, with a focus on turning around underperforming business units and driving growth in challenging markets.