Raphaelle Peinado has been appointed as the new Sustainability Director for Volcafe, starting on September 1, 2024. In this role, she will focus on expanding the company's global sustainability initiatives and strengthening green partnerships. Peinado will collaborate closely with ED&F Man Commodities to align with their sustainability strategy. Her experience spans over 12 years in sustainability projects within international organizations, including her previous role at Sucden, where she developed a sustainability strategy for cocoa.
• Peinado aims to promote resilience in the coffee sector and improve farmers' lives.
• She brings valuable lessons from her work in cocoa to address challenges in coffee.
• Tim Scharrer, COO of Volcafe, expresses confidence in her leadership abilities.
• Volcafe has a long history, established in 1851, focusing on green coffee procurement.
This appointment is significant as it highlights Volcafe's commitment to sustainability in the coffee industry. By enhancing partnerships and implementing effective strategies, the company aims to create a positive impact on coffee farmers and the environment.
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