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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer x OMISE Shop
DESCRIPTION:Our Meet the Buyer sessions are designed to connect passionate food entrepreneurs with possible customers\, buyers\, and/or category managers. Monthly\, we invite buyers from all different categories of the food scene\, like; supermarkets\, online retailers\, hotel chains\, wholesalers\, restaurant owners\, etc. These sessions offer exclusive sales opportunities\, feedback\, and/or professional connections that you won’t get anywhere else. In this session\, we welcome OMISE Shop at KR!About OMISE ShopOMISE Shop is an innovative concept for unmanned retail stores. These modern\, self-service shops are located in office buildings and holiday parks. The stores operate entirely without staff\, using user-friendly self-checkout systems. All shops are supplied directly from the company’s distribution center in Oss by its own logistics team. With 27 holiday parks currently in operation\, the company’s main focus lies within this segment. \nAt the holiday parks\, the shops are designed to meet the needs of guests who may have “forgotten an item\,” offering both food and non-food essentials such as basic meal components and breakfast additions or spreads. In addition\, OMISE aims to cater to “enjoyment moments” for both adults and children\, providing snacks and treats throughout the day and evening. \nWishes / requirements:– Products that enhance “enjoyment moments” throughout the day suitable for adults and/or children.– Chilled and non-chilled items are of interest.– Products for breakfast\, meal components\, snacks etc.– No strict requirements regarding health\, sustainability\, or specific dietary needs. \nWho will you meet during the session:Diederik Bakker – Category ManagerStijn van den Heuvel – Sales ManagerKR’s requirements:– Be a member of the KR Community– Arrive on time\, assets prepared (tasting materials/presentation documents prepped) and ready to pitch– As space is limited and time precious\, please understand that KR and the guest buyer will select the most relevant food companies to see during each session as it relates to the buyer’s/company’s focus.– You can also leave your product(s) behind for the buyer\, KR will collect your feedback.– If you’re unable to attend\, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance. The no-show fee for this event is €50. How does it work?– We offer time slots of 10 minutes per company. This might sound short\, but it’s definitely long enough to make a lasting impression. – Applications for this MTB session will close on November 5. If selected\, we will contact you the week prior with time slot details.
URL:https://kitchenrepublic.nl/event/meet-the-buyer-x-omise-shop/
LOCATION:Scale-Up Kitchen\, Nieuwe Hemweg 14 A\, Amsterdam\, 1013 BG\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Meet the Buyer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251119T123000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer x STACH
DESCRIPTION:Our Meet the Buyer sessions are designed to connect passionate food entrepreneurs with potential customers\, buyers\, and/or category managers. Monthly\, we invite buyers from all different categories of the food scene\, like supermarkets\, online retailers\, hotel chains\, wholesale\, restaurant owners\, etc. These sessions offer exclusive sales opportunities\, feedback\, and/or professional connections that you won’t get anywhere else. In this session\, we welcome STACH! About STACHDeli meets café meets restaurant: Every STACH shop has all you need to comfortably get through a busy day. From your first coffee to a quick lunch\, or picking up your meal for dinner at home\, STACH is there for every moment. You’ll find high-quality\, ready-made dishes and tasty treats\, for take-away or to enjoy on the spot. In short: STACH knows what delicious is! For more than 12 years\, STACH has known – first in Amsterdam and now from Groningen to Maastricht – what tasty and convenient food means\, all day long. \nRequirements STACHThey’re open to being surprised but they’re particularly interested in suppliers with products that lean more towards the deli assortment. Their focus is more on ready-to-sell store products\, like dips\, snacks or a high-quality pasta brand. That said\, they remain open-minded and are excited to discover something new & distinctive. \nWho will you meet during this session?Mike Boks – General Manager Bente van Kooij – Assortment Manager KR’s requirements:– Be a member of the KR Community– Arrive on time\, assets prepared (tasting materials/presentation documents prepped) and ready to pitch– As space is limited and time precious\, please understand that KR and the guest buyer will select the most relevant food companies to see during each session as it relates to the buyer/companies focus.– You can also leave your product(s) behind for the buyer\, Kitchen Republic will collect your feedback.– If you’re unable to attend\, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance. The no-show fee for this event is €50.  \n\n\n\nHow does it work?– We offer time slots of 10 minutes per company. This might sound short\, but it’s definitely long enough to make a lasting impression. – Application for this MTB session closes on November 5. If selected\, we will contact you the week prior with time slot details.   
URL:https://kitchenrepublic.nl/event/meet-the-buyer-x-stach-2025-2/
LOCATION:Scale-Up Kitchen\, Nieuwe Hemweg 14 A\, Amsterdam\, 1013 BG\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Meet the Buyer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251124T123000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer x Baxter Storey
DESCRIPTION:Our Meet the Buyer sessions are designed to connect passionate food entrepreneurs with potential customers\, buyers\, and/or category managers. Monthly\, we invite buyers from all different categories of the food scene\, like supermarkets\, online retailers\, hotel chains\, wholesale\, restaurant owners\, etc. These sessions offer exclusive sales opportunities\, feedback\, and/or professional connections that you won’t get anywhere else. In this session\, we welcome Baxter Storey! About Baxter StoreyBaxter Storey Netherlands is a British hospitality and catering organisation that focuses on providing tailor-made food experience services for companies in the Netherlands. Their approach is characterised by collaboration with local suppliers\, innovative menus and a strong focus on both team members and customers. Their customers are in the high-end segment of corporate catering. \nRequirements Baxter Storey– They are looking for high-quality products that are innovative\, preferably from the Netherlands\, but we can make exceptions for good products.– They are interested in world changers and plant-based products.– Preferably delivered via Sligro/Hanos or Bidfood. Who will you meet during this session?Koen Lammers – Culinary Lead The NetherlandsDaria Ivanushkina – Sales and Business Development ManagerKR’s requirements:– Be a member of the KR Community– Arrive on time\, assets prepared (tasting materials/presentation documents prepped) and ready to pitch– As space is limited and time precious\, please understand that KR and the guest buyer will select the most relevant food companies to see during each session as it relates to the buyer/companies focus.– You can also leave your product(s) behind for the buyer\, Kitchen Republic will collect your feedback.– If you’re unable to attend\, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance. The no-show fee for this event is €50.  \n\n\n\nHow does it work?– We offer time slots of 10 minutes per company. This might sound short\, but it’s definitely long enough to make a lasting impression. – Applications for this MTB session will close on November 9. If selected\, we will contact you the week prior with time slot details.
URL:https://kitchenrepublic.nl/event/meet-the-buyer-x-baxter-storey/
LOCATION:Scale-Up Kitchen\, Nieuwe Hemweg 14 A\, Amsterdam\, 1013 BG\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Meet the Buyer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251126T123000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer x Ekoplaza
DESCRIPTION:Our Meet the Buyer sessions are designed to connect passionate food entrepreneurs with potential customers\, buyers\, and/or category managers. Monthly\, we invite buyers from all different categories of the food scene\, like supermarkets\, online retailers\, hotel chains\, wholesale\, restaurant owners\, etc. These sessions offer exclusive sales opportunities\, feedback\, and/or professional connections that you won’t get anywhere else. In this session\, we welcome Ekoplaza! About EkoplazaEkoplaza was founded in 2005 and is today the market leader in the organic segment with more than 90 supermarkets in the Netherlands. The stores are supplied by Udea\, a wholesaler of organic foods\, natural personal care products and sustainable non-food items. The goal of Ekoplaza is to make a healthy\, organic lifestyle accessible to everyone\, by offering good products at fair prices. All products at Ekoplaza are organic certified. \nRequirements Ekoplaza– Minimum requirement: valid SKAL (organic) certification\, or the clear intention to obtain it in the near future.– Both fresh\, frozen and shelf-stable product ranges are welcome.– Mission-driven concepts (such as local sourcing\, sustainability\, social impact) are a great plus.Who will you meet during this session?Vivian Bakker\, Team Lead Category Management Udea\, Ekoplaza & MarqtKR’s requirements:– Be a member of the KR Community– Arrive on time\, assets prepared (tasting materials/presentation documents prepped) and ready to pitch– As space is limited and time precious\, please understand that KR and the guest buyer will select the most relevant food companies to see during each session as it relates to the buyer/companies focus.– You can also leave your product(s) behind for the buyer\, Kitchen Republic will collect your feedback.– If you’re unable to attend\, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance. The no-show fee for this event is €50.  \n\n\n\nHow does it work?– We offer time slots of 10 minutes per company. This might sound short\, but it’s definitely long enough to make a lasting impression. – Applications for this MTB session will close on November 12. If selected\, we will contact you the week prior with time slot details.
URL:https://kitchenrepublic.nl/event/meet-the-buyer-x-ekoplaza-2025/
LOCATION:Scale-Up Kitchen\, Nieuwe Hemweg 14 A\, Amsterdam\, 1013 BG\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Meet the Buyer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251128T123000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer x HMSHost
DESCRIPTION:Our Meet the Buyer sessions are designed to connect passionate food entrepreneurs with possible customers\, buyers\, and/or category managers. Monthly\, we invite buyers from all different categories of the food scene\, like; supermarkets\, online retailers\, hotel chains\, wholesalers\, restaurant owners\, etc. These sessions offer exclusive sales opportunities\, feedback\, and/or professional connections that you won’t get anywhere else. In this session\, we welcome HMSHost at KR!About HMSHostHMSHost operates various catering locations in the Netherlands\, with more than 3\,500 employees. At Schiphol they are responsible for more than 70 catering locations – from full service locations (Grand Cafe Plaza\, Salon)\, to counter locations (Heineken bar\, Silverscreen) and kiosks (Grab & Fly). Next to that you will find their locations at Rotterdam The Hague Airport\, at train stations throughout the country and in shopping malls. HMSHost operates well-known brands such as Burger King\, La Place\, Starbucks\, LEON and BackWERK\, as well as self-developed catering concepts such as The Burger Federation. \nWishes / requirements:– The HMSHost team is looking for new and innovative products from all categories\, please just note that they can’t add any new beer brands to their assortment.– In 2030 they would like their concepts to be maximum plant based\, how would that look like?– Savoury snacks\, plant based opportunities – New bread concepts are always welcome.– Ideally you are working with Bidfood or Sligro (for drinks).  \nWho will you meet during the session:Bram Degens – F&B ManagerRobert-Jan Machielse – Food DeveloperMichel van der Ley – Director F&BStef van DijkKR’s requirements:– Be a member of the KR Community– Arrive on time\, assets prepared (tasting materials/presentation documents prepped) and ready to pitch– As space is limited and time precious\, please understand that KR and the guest buyer will select the most relevant food companies to see during each session as it relates to the buyer’s/company’s focus.– You can also leave your product(s) behind for the buyer\, KR will collect your feedback.– If you’re unable to attend\, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance. The no-show fee for this event is €50. How does it work?– We offer time slots of 10 minutes per company. This might sound short\, but it’s definitely long enough to make a lasting impression. – Applications for this MTB session will close on November 16. If selected\, we will contact you the week prior with time slot details.
URL:https://kitchenrepublic.nl/event/meet-the-buyer-x-hmshost-2025/
LOCATION:Scale-Up Kitchen\, Nieuwe Hemweg 14 A\, Amsterdam\, 1013 BG\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Meet the Buyer
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