Tom van der Meulen

Managing Director, Control Union Philippines

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Bio

Tom van der Meulen is the Managing Director at Control Union the Philippines, where he leads a team of around 50 auditors and inspectors across over 60 different certification programs including several certifications focused on sustainability. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit and an analytical mindset, Tom excels in solving complex multidisciplinary problems, particularly in the agricultural, energy, and ESG sectors.

Tom has extensive international experience, having worked in various roles in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. He holds a Master of Science degree in Environment and Resource Management with a specialization in Energy Studies from Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam. Tom is passionate about sustainability and the environment, and he is a certified diver since the age of 12. He enjoys being in nature, reflecting his profound interest in environmental conservation.