Marissa Akersloot

Marissa Akersloot is an experienced public relations professional currently serving as the Senior Media Relations Manager for Benelux & France at Rainforest Alliance since January 2024. Prior to this role, Marissa worked as a PR Consultant at MCM Agency from August 2015 to January 2024, developing communication strategies for notable food and fashion brands. Marissa has held various interim positions, including Global PR & Influencer Marketing Manager at Hunkemöller and Press and Publicity Manager at Hermitage Amsterdam. With a career spanning over two decades, Marissa's previous roles include Senior PR Advisor at Het PR Bureau and PR & Regulatory Affairs Manager at Beiersdorf. Marissa began her career as a PR Manager at TAN DEM Press Communication and has also worked in different capacities early in her career, including at Albert Heijn. Marissa holds a degree in Law from the University of Amsterdam and completed Gymnasium at Kennemer Lyceum.