Bert-Jan Ottens is the founder and manager of ProFound, a consulting company specializing in Trade and Development, Biodiversity, and sustainable sourcing.

His work involves project support, backstopping, network development, and coaching the ProFound team in Utrecht.

He is experienced in designing biodiversity-related and community-based trade development programs with a focus on multi-stakeholder approaches, value chain analyses, and certification trajectories.

Bert-Jan Ottens is proficient in Dutch, English, German, French, and Indonesian, and has extensive work experience in countries such as Afghanistan, Colombia, India, Kenya, Myanmar, Peru, Sri Lanka, and many others.

His educational background includes studies in Policy and Management, MA in Human Geography of Developing Countries, International Economic Relations, and Regional Economics from various universities.

Throughout his career, he has held key roles in organizations like ProFound, Green Rhino, IN2NI, and has notable experience in advisory, natural ingredients, and program management.