About the speaker: Jeroen Verhoeven is the VP of Value Chain Development, Renewable Polymers and Chemicals at Neste. In his position, he spearheads the organization responsible for developing the value chain for Neste’s sustainable solutions in the petrochemical industry. This includes accelerating growth and sales to petrochemical companies, and developing demand among sustainability specifiers like converters and brand owners, with the ultimate goal of transforming the industry by replacing fossil feedstock with Neste. With nearly three decades of industry expertise, Jeroen has built a diverse and accomplished career. He has held significant roles at renowned companies such as DSM, General Electric, Momentive Performance Materials, and Hexion, honing his leadership and operational skills. He holds a Global OneMBA from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, and a Master of Science (MSc) in Mechanical Engineering and Management Science from the University of Twente.

About the company: Neste Oyj, known as Neste Corporation, is a Finnish oil refining company and a global leader in producing and refining oil products. Operating in 14 countries, Neste showcases its international reach and solidified its position as Finland’s third-largest company in terms of revenue in 2021, underlining its significant impact on the economy. Neste strategically divides its operations into units including oil products, renewable aviation, renewable polymers and chemicals, renewable road transportation, and an efficient operating platform, catering to various sectors and markets as a versatile player in the oil and energy industry. Over the years, Neste has garnered numerous accolades, including being recognized as Finland’s most respected service station brand in a prestigious survey by Taloustutkimus and Markkinointi & Mainonta. Neste’s NEXBTL renewable diesel was celebrated as the most groundbreaking Finnish business innovation of the new millennium by Talouselämä magazine. Moreover, Corporate Knights ranked Neste as the second most sustainable company globally on the Global 100 index. Consistently maintaining its commitment to sustainability, Neste secured its position as the third most sustainable company in 2019 and 2020, and the fourth most sustainable company in 2021. Neste’s dedication to sustainability is further evident as it consistently appears in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DSJI), highlighting its ongoing responsible business practices. With an innovative approach, diverse product range, and unwavering commitment to sustainability, Neste continues to shape the future of the oil and energy industry while setting new benchmarks for business performance and environmental stewardship.

Employees: 4,900

Revenue: €15.148 billion