Elske van der Mik

Elske van der Mik is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in veterinary medicine, public policy, and local government. Currently serving as a Statenlid for Provincie Overijssel and a Senior beleidsmedewerker in animal health and antibiotic policy at the Ministerie van Landbouw, Natuur en Voedselkwaliteit, Elske has also held various influential positions including member of the college of stakeholders at Stichting geborgde dierenarts and a member of the labor conditions committee at AniCura Nederland. In the municipal context, Elske served as a council member for CDA in Deventer, where responsibilities included chairing the audit committee and advocating for social welfare policies. Elske's veterinary experience includes years at Dierenkliniek Deventer, focusing on cattle, goats, and horses, promoting animal health for sustainable farming. Educational qualifications include a veterinary degree from Utrecht University and participation in the CDA talent academy.