Angelique Van Helvoort
About Angelique Van Helvoort
Angelique Van Helvoort serves as a Program Manager at the Global Coordinating Secretariat of Food Innovation Hubs, where she supports regional food innovation initiatives across multiple continents. With a background in marketing and communication, she has held various roles in organizations focused on food and environmental sustainability.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Angelique Van Helvoort serves as Program Manager at the Global Coordinating Secretariat of Food Innovation Hubs, a position she has held since 2021. The Global Coordinating Secretariat is based in Wageningen, a significant center for food innovations in the Netherlands. In her role, she supports regional Food Innovation Hubs across Europe, Africa, Latin America, and India, working with a small team to enhance food innovation initiatives.
Previous Experience at AgroCares
Prior to her current position, Van Helvoort worked at AgroCares as Manager of Marketing & Communication from 2018 to 2020. During her two-year tenure in Wageningen, she focused on promoting the company's services and enhancing its communication strategies within the agricultural sector.
Career at Staatsbosbeheer
Angelique Van Helvoort spent 13 years at Staatsbosbeheer, where she held the position of team leader in communication and marketing from 1999 to 2012. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing communication strategies and marketing efforts, contributing to the organization's outreach and public engagement.
Educational Background
Van Helvoort completed her secondary education at Zwijsencollege, achieving VWO. She then attended HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, where she studied Communication and earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1986 to 1990. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from her studies at Zwijsencollege between 1980 and 1986.
Experience with East Netherlands Development Agency
Angelique Van Helvoort was seconded from the East Netherlands Development Agency (Oost NL) to the World Economic Forum for a one-year term. This experience allowed her to engage with global initiatives and broaden her expertise in food innovation on an international scale.