Gijs Stam

International Business Development Director @ Swisscowers | 15+ Years Experience

Zutphen, Gelderland, Netherlands

About

With over 16 years of experience in the international pet market, I am passionate about creating consumer awareness and demand for responsible and sustainable pet treats. As the International Business Development Director at Swisscowers, I leverage my negotiation skills and my extensive network of contacts to expand the company's presence and reach in new and existing markets. Prior to joining Swisscowers, I was the Director of Business Development at Nodes S.A de C.V, where I led the strategic planning and execution of the company's growth initiatives in North America, Europe, and Asia. I also founded and led D'bone Europe, a company that specialized in producing and distributing natural and organic pet treats. Throughout my career, I have successfully launched and managed multiple projects, partnerships, and campaigns that have increased sales, brand awareness, and customer loyalty. I have been able to call 6 countries "home" so far.

Experience

  • Swisscowers (Full-time · 2 yrs 6 mos)
    • International Business Development Director at Swisscowers
      Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    • International Business Development Manager
      Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 · 3 mos

      In the past 16 years I have been internationally active in the pet market specifically towards treats. I have always had a focus on responsible and sustainable feeding, for I believe we should treat our fury friends with the same standard we want to apply to ourselves. To create consumer awareness has always driven me, as this has resulted in healthier pets and will keep contributing to this mission. After having lived in 5 countries I once again call the Netherlands my home.

  • Director Of Business Development at Nodes S.A de C.V
    Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Over 15 years of experience in international business developement

  • Entrepreneur at G-Stam consultancy
    May 2017 - Jan 2022 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Chief Operations Officer at Dbone-Group
    Apr 2017 - Jan 2022 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    http://www.dbone.eu

  • CEO at Self-employed
    Apr 2013 - Jan 2022 · 8 yrs 10 mos