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Marit Van Egmond

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CEO Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall&Gall; Board member Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia at Ahold Delhaize
📍 Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Marit van Egmond is a seasoned retail executive, culminating a 28-year career at Ahold Delhaize as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall, where she drove omnichannel growth and social relevance. Educated at Harvard and Cambridge, she recently departed to pursue new opportunities, leaving a legacy of innovation and customer-centric leadership.

Her deep passion for food extends beyond her professional life. Marit authored a book on the role of food in society and is inspired by healthy lifestyles, such as those in the worlds "blue zones. " She also enjoys exploring culinary epicenters like Lyon, reflecting a holistic appreciation for foods cultural and well-being aspects.

She authored the book "Samen op weg naar beter eten" (Together on the way to better food), outlining her vision for a healthier food system.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
CEO Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall&Gall; Board member Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia
Location
Amsterdam Area, Netherlands
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Future of Food
Authored a book on creating a healthier, more sustainable, and social food system, a vision she championed as CEO and in public statements.
Retail Innovation
Drove Albert Heijn's evolution into an omnichannel leader, focusing on data, technological advancements, and hyper-personalization to enhance customer experience.
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Career

Work history

2-2019 - 5-2025
CEO Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall&Gall; Board member Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia
Ahold Delhaize
6-2018 - 2-2019
EVP Commerce, Executive Board member Albert Heijn
Ahold Delhaize
8-2015 - 6-2018
EVP Merchandising & Sourcing, Executive Board member Albert Heijn
Ahold Delhaize
5-2014 - 8-2015
SVP Merchandising & Sourcing Fresh, Executive Board member Albert Heijn
Ahold Delhaize
3-2011 - 5-2014
CEO
Gall & Gall
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Ahold Delhaize announces that Marit van Egmond, CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall&Gall will leave the company. Featured in Ahold Delhaize Newsroom
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Marit van Egmond – Biography (PDF). Featured in Ahold Delhaize Corporate Publications
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Education
4-2022 - 5-2023
Verdiepte governance: Ongemak in de Boardroom i.s.m. Goldschmeding Foundation en MVO Nederland
Nyenrode Business University
3-2023
Ahold Delhaize grounded in goodness executive programme
University of Cambridge
2017 - 2018
Commissarissencyclus
Nyenrode Business University
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