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Tom Schiettecat becomes the new director of Milk & Farms at Milcobel

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Tom Schiettecat will take up the position of Director Milk & Farms at the dairy cooperative Milcobel on 1 January 2022. Tom brings extensive experience in membership and community building and a strong network within the business and political world.

Tom takes over from Robert Taks, who temporarily filled this role after his assignment as Plant Manager of Schoten.

POULTRY

He started his career as a national staff member at KLJ-Groene Kring vzw, and then built up a career of more than 23 years in various socially-oriented organizations, including his current assignment as Director Members, Partners & Events at CD&V, where he has been active since 2013. is.

With his experience, Tom is the perfect bridge-builder between company and cooperative, and he will also provide great added value for stimulating member activities. With his down-to-earth no-nonsense approach and willingness to listen, he builds up strong contacts with the grassroots. He is a good advocate and strongly connected to civil society. In addition, Tom is a team player who has the necessary capabilities to collaborate with all actors and facets of the organization to arrive at a strong policy.

ABOUT MILCOBEL

Milcobel is the most important dairy cooperative in Belgium, representing 40% of Belgian dairy farmers. In 2020, Milcobel processed 1.7 billion liters of milk from more than 2400 members. The company produces high-quality dairy products such as cheese, butter, cream, milk powder, ice cream and whey at 6 production sites in Belgium and France.  

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