Liesbeth Vallinga

Background

About Liesbeth Vallinga

As a Program Manager at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), I develop educational programs that support professionals in the agricultural and food sectors, focusing on translating the latest scientific insights into practical, market-oriented learning modules. My work revolves around transforming cutting-edge scientific developments into training programs that meet the needs of industry and government. What drives me is the challenge of bridging science and practice to create tangible societal impact. I am a connector at heart and thrive on bringing people together from various fields—whether researchers, policymakers, or industry professionals. This enables me to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future. In addition to my work at WUR, I am passionate about sustainability and am focusing on developing training programs that contribute to the sustainability transformation in the textile sector. By leveraging my expertise in educational development and my enthusiasm for sustainability, I aim to help professionals in this sector make responsible choices and drive environmental impact.