Ludo Hart de Ruijter

Ludo Hart de Ruijter has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Ludo currently serves as the Marketing & Strategy Director for Performance Products at Kraton Corporation since September 2022.

Before joining Kraton Corporation, Ludo held various roles at Corbion from 2014 to 2022. Ludo was the Senior Director of Innovation from January 2019 to August 2022, during which they contributed to the company's research and development strategies. Prior to that, they served as the Business Director for Biochemicals from January 2017 to January 2019, responsible for overseeing the business operations in that sector. Ludo also served as the Business Director for CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) from June 2014 to January 2017.

Ludo's career also includes significant experience at DSM, where they started in 2003. Ludo held multiple positions at DSM, including Marketing Manager for Europe at DSM Engineering Plastics from March 2013 to May 2014. Prior to that, they were the Business Manager at DSM Composite Resins from June 2011 to February 2013, and the Key Account Manager for the same company from August 2009 to May 2011. Ludo also served as the Country Manager for Benelux at DSM Euroresins from October 2008 to July 2009, and the Sales Manager for Benelux at the same company from March 2008 to September 2008. Ludo also held positions such as Program Manager for Business Strategy at DSM Coating resins from August 2006 to February 2008, and Demand Chain Manager at the same company from April 2003 to August 2006.

Ludo's career began at Accenture in 1999, where they worked as a Management Consultant from March 1999 to April 2003.

Ludo Hart de Ruijter received a Master's degree in Chemistry from Leiden University in 1998. In 2012, they completed the Management Leadership Program at Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business. Ludo also completed various short-term programs and courses in subjects such as talent development, industrial marketing, supply chain management, demand fulfillment, consultative skills, large account management, and negotiation skills.