Pieternel M. Boogaard, a Dutch national, is a Managing Director, OTD at IFAD, in Rome, Italy.
Ms Boogard joins us from FMO, the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, where she led the Agribusiness, Food and Water and the Private Equity Divisions. Prior to this, she had an outstanding and long career in the private sector at ING Bank, where she held various commercial and managerial roles and was responsible for agricultural finance in developing markets, in particular in Eastern Europe. Ms Boogaard holds a Law degree from the University of Leiden. She is also member of various Non-Executive and Advisory Boards, as well as being the Chair of the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development.
Ms Boogaard is a distinguished professional who will bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and leadership to her role. Her proven track record in both public and private sectors, combined with her deep knowledge of development finance and agrifood systems.