Tariq H. Sommerhoff is an experienced professional in sales and business development with a strong background in the food and chemical industries. Currently serving as Group Principal Manager, Commercial Manager, and Sales Manager for New Business in the Global Food Division at Barentz since December 2017, Tariq has previously held the role of Sales/Export Manager for Chemelco International B.V., focusing on the Caribbean market. Tariq's experience at Norkem B.V. as an International Account Manager involved extensive responsibilities in sales and procurement of chemical raw materials across Europe and worldwide. Beginning a career in commercial roles at Pipelife as a Commercial Employee and freelancing as a translator, Tariq holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Communication, and Organization from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.