Case Study
Swiss chocolate manufacturer combines a passion for sustainability with sound compliance and risk management
Swiss chocolate manufacturer combines a passion for sustainability with sound compliance and risk management
CLIENT BACKGROUND The Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products. They rely heavily on innovation to establish world class product development, cocoa processing, marketing and employee training. Proven by their Forever Chocolate Sustainability Strategy, management is committed to make sustainable chocolate the norm, which helps ensure future cocoa supplies and improves farmer livelihoods. Sustainability, one of the company’s core growth strategy pillars, is essential for continuous advancement. According to the Group Compliance Officer, Martijn de Kiewit, “Compliance is also a big part of sustainability. ” T o achieve the company’s “smart growth” targets, Martijn and his team are tasked with ensuring all employees