Merijn Dols

Merijn Dols is an activist, system thinker, and intrapreneur focused on the Circular Economy for Food.2 He is currently a Managing Partner at NOW Partners and holds several other positions.1 His mission is to drive a food revolution towards a regenerative future where ecological, economic, and social interests are aligned.2

Key aspects of Merijn Dols' profile:

1. Current roles:

   • Managing Partner at NOW Partners (since November 2022)1
   • Co-Convener at Future Economy Forum1
   • Founder of OikoScope1
   • Lecturer at HEC Paris1

2. Advisory positions:

   • Independent Member, Food Advisory Board at Ellen MacArthur Foundation1
   • Member, Board of Advisors for Climate Farmers and Thought For Food1
   • Member, Finance Taskforce of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration1

3. Recent activities:

   • Participated in COP28 in December 20233
   • Co-hosted sessions on the regenerative power of sports at ChangeNOW in May 20234
   • Involved in COP29 discussions in Baku in November 20245

4. Languages:

   • Native or bilingual proficiency in Dutch
   • Full professional proficiency in English and French
   • Limited working proficiency in German1

Merijn Dols is based in Hilvarenbeek, North Brabant, Netherlands.1 His LinkedIn profile does not currently list a position as Global Director of Open Innovation & Circular Economy for Food at Danone, suggesting this information may be outdated or incorrect.