Wim de Laat is an accomplished professional in the field of biotechnology, currently serving as the Founder, Co-owner, and Supervisory Board Member at The Protein Brewery since November 2019, focusing on innovative food protein production through fermentation. Additionally, Wim de Laat is the Owner and Bain External Advisor at BioscienZ B.V., which specializes in contract research related to industrial biotechnology. The consultancy firm, Wim de Laat Consultancy B.V., founded in January 2010, offers expertise in bioprocesses involving enzymatic and microbial conversions across various sectors. Previous roles include Manager of R&D at Soiltech, Principal Scientist of Bioprocessing at DSM, and Manager of R&D at Royal Nedalco, among others. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Molecular Sciences from Wageningen University & Research and secondary education from Dongemond College Raamsdonksveer.