Growing at Enza Zaden: Insights from the plant sector

28 May 2025 - Utrecht

Have you ever considered working in the plant sector? Even without a green thumb, you can contribute to providing healthy, diverse vegetables to people around the world. In this presentation, Willeke Gloudemans will answer frequently asked questions about the plant sector and career switches, and share insights from their experience at Enza Zaden.

About Enza Zaden

Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Enza Zaden is a global leader in vegetable breeding, committed to developing high-quality, sustainable seeds. Founded in 1938 by Jacob Mazereeuw, the company has grown to become one of the top ten vegetable breeding companies in the world. Enza Zaden focuses on breeding for taste, appearance, yield, labor friendliness, and disease resistance, using advanced technologies. With over 3,000 employees and subsidiaries in more than 30 countries, Enza Zaden is dedicated to innovation and sustainability in agriculture.

Willeke Gloudemans | Manager R&D Business Support | Enza Zaden

After obtaining a bachelor's degree in Applied Sciences, Willeke Gloudemans began her career as a research assistant at Enza Zaden. Following eleven years in research and earning a master's degree in Life Sciences, Willeke transitioned to the role of Project Manager in R&D Business Support. Currently, Willeke is the Manager R&D Business Support, focusing on driving excellence in global R&D management through optimized processes, advanced tools, and ensuring alignment and harmonization across departments and functions.

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