Rodolphe Goyens de Heusch

Current Roles

Director LATAM, Kemexon (São Paulo, Brazil) | Feb 2020 – Present

1. Lead the export strategy for sustainable biomass products (wood chips, pellets, agricultural residues) from Brazil to Europe.
2. Manage end‑to‑end supply chain operations: quality control, environmental compliance, European certification and logistics.
3. Cultivate partnerships with Brazilian producers and European energy buyers, ensuring reliable, eco‑friendly energy supply.
4. Champion best practices in renewable resource trading, contributing to Europe’s energy transition goals.

Co‑Founder, Stark Premium Pellets (Belgium) | Feb 2015 – Aug 2023

1. Launched and grew a premium wood‑pellet brand focused on high energy efficiency and low emissions for residential heating in Europe.
2. Oversaw sourcing of sustainably managed raw materials, production processes, rigorous quality assurance and distribution networks.
3. Positioned the brand as a leading eco‑friendly heating solution through targeted marketing, product development and customer engagement.

Earlier Experience

Purchase Manager, Promo Gift (Brussels, Belgium) | Jan 2010 – Sep 2015

1. Developed branded promotional products (“goodies”) to reinforce client brands at events and campaigns.
2. Managed product portfolio, supplier relationships and new product development.
3. Collaborated with Marketing and Sales to track performance and optimize customer satisfaction.

Junior Project Manager, Digi Polis (Brussels, Belgium) | Jun 2008 – Dec 2009

1. Coordinated communication plans and media placements for digital photo frames, mini‑projectors and other hi‑tech products.
2. Led POS activations and liaison with major distributors and end‑customers.

Marketing & Sales Officer, MSD Partners – Service Uplift Consultants (Brussels, Belgium) | Jul 2007 – Jul 2008

1. Drove business development in Belgium and France, managing client relationships and contract negotiations.
2. Defined and executed targeted marketing plans to expand service adoption.

Marketing Trainee, Pogio (Italy) | Jan 2007 – Mar 2007

1. Supported brand strategy development and implemented statistical tracking systems to boost site traffic.

Intern, Bulow‑Bennet (Belgium) | Mar 2006 – May 2006

1. Assisted in CRM definition and supervision to improve customer engagement processes.

Core Strengths

1. International Trade & Market Analysis: Proven track record facilitating cross‑border deals and analyzing market trends in renewable energy.
2. Supply Chain & Operations Management: Expertise in coordinating complex logistics, certifications and quality control for perishable and regulated goods.
3. Strategic Brand Building: Skilled in launching and scaling premium products through end‑to‑end oversight of sourcing, production, marketing and distribution.
4. Multicultural Leadership: Comfortable operating in diverse business environments across Europe and Latin America; adept at building high‑performance teams.

Rodolphe’s career reflects a strong commitment to sustainable energy solutions, operational excellence and forging lasting partnerships between Brazil’s rich biomass resources and Europe’s evolving renewable‑energy market.