Matthijs Knetsch

Matthijs Knetsch is an experienced professional in quality assurance and food technology, currently serving as a Member of the International Committee on Trade Regulation for the South-America Region at the International Natural Sausage Casing Association since May 2023. Matthijs holds the position of Executive Secretary at Atletiekvereniging Clytoneus since December 2021 and has been with Van Hessen since March 2010, where responsibilities include managing quality systems and operations manuals at the Netherlands headquarters. Previous roles include Quality Manager at Ravensbergen B.V., overseeing the quality management system, and various analytical positions at Eurofins|Analytico and Bacteriologisch Controle Station, focusing on microbiological and chemical testing. Matthijs possesses a B.Sc. in Food Science and Technology from Inholland University of Applied Sciences and additional qualifications in food technology and process management.