Meet our Expert: Annelies van Oosterom

With over 20 years of experience in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry, Annelies has built a career around connecting businesses with solutions that enhance food safety, quality, and trust. She is passionate about the food and feed sector, where commercial insight and technical standards work together to create real value for companies and consumers alike.

Annelies thrives in roles that combine strategic thinking and relationship building, helping organizations navigate certification as a tool for growth and market access. Her career spans leadership positions at major certification bodies, where she focused on strengthening partnerships, aligning services with client needs, and expanding international markets. She has also gained practical experience by joining audits and completing numerous food safety courses, including successfully passing the IRCA Lead Auditor training for FSSC 22000. This background gives her a solid understanding of the standards that matter most to her clients.

Today, Annelies drives international business development at Kiwa, working closely with global partners to deliver solutions that support sustainability, compliance, and consumer confidence. For her, certification is more than a requirement—it’s a strategic advantage that builds trust from farm to fork.