ABOUT US
Uniting FOOD PRODUCERS - FORTIFYING THROUGH COOPERATIVES
VISION
To be the foremost leader in advancing food fortification through cooperative models, transforming small and medium-scale producer groups into sustainable, efficient, and market-leading enterprises.
MISSION
Our mission is to empower small and medium-scale producer groups by providing comprehensive, multisectoral support in finance, cooperatives, food fortification, and technical operations. We aim to enhance their capabilities, optimize their business processes, and ensure their products achieve maximum efficiency, sustainability, and market presence. Through our expert guidance and cooperative approach, we help producers of fortified and fortifiable foods reach new heights of success and contribute to global food security.
VALUES
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EMPOWERMENT: We believe in empowering small and medium-scale producer groups by equipping them with the knowledge, resources, and tools they need to succeed in food fortification.
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INNOVATION: We are committed to fostering innovation in food fortification and cooperative models, ensuring our clients benefit from the latest advancements and best practices.
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SUSTAINABILITY: We prioritize sustainable practices that ensure long-term success and positive environmental impact for our clients and their communities.
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COLLABORATION: We value the power of partnerships and work collaboratively with our clients and cooperatives to achieve shared goals and drive mutual growth.
We are a team of four experts, each specializing in a distinct area:
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Finance and Accounting: Providing financial guidance and management.
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Cooperatives: Assisting in the formation and optimization of cooperative structures.
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Food Fortification: Offering specialized knowledge in fortified and fortifiable foods.
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Technical Operations: Ensuring efficiency in production processes.
Our combined expertise delivers a unique multisectoral perspective on every project we undertake.
OUR TEAM
Lorenzo LOCATELLI-ROSSI
Salt Production and Iodization, Hardware Engineering
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Italian / South African.
Speaks: English, Italian
45 years of experience in 69 countries.
Role at FortiCoop: lead the general salt technical solutions and with public entities, ensure USI is aligned with the country strategy.
“I always strive to provide affordable and efficient technical solutions for clients who want to change. Partnering with technical innovators capable of adapting existing technology to local needs is part of the work I do."
Christophe GUYONDET
Food Fortification, Procurement, Project Management
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France.
Speaks: French, English, Spanish
17 years of experience in more than 30 countries.
Role at FortiCoop: ensure that the fortification component is adequately implemented and monitored.
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"As a food fortification expert, I specialize in designing and implementing programs across a wide range of food vehicles, including salt, rice, and flours. My expertise in supply chain management and procurement helps cooperatives secure high-quality, affordable inputs, ensuring they remain competitive from the start."
Djankou NDJONKOU
Cooperative and farmers’ organizations expert
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France & Cameroun.
Speaks French, English, German, Italian
45 years of working experience in more than 50 countries.
Role at FortiCoop: cover the cooperative development aspect
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"As an expert in cooperative organization and management, I guide small and medium-sized producers from the early stages of conceptualization through to full operational maturity. My responsibilities include facilitating the formation of cooperatives, assisting with registration, and providing comprehensive training for members, boards, management, and staff. I bring a deep understanding of cooperative principles, a commitment to member education, and a strategic approach to building sustainable, member-driven enterprises."
François ROSSIER
Business Model, Financial Projections, Resource Mobilization
Switzerland.
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Speaks: French, English, German
Over 30 years of experience in 49 countries.
Business model expert.
Role at FortiCoop: develop sound business models and projections in order to ensure that cooperatives will fit in the market.
“I strive to design sound business models in order to find a sustainable way of doing things. Its great pleasure to see a business venture reaching autonomy while providing a needed product and ensuring decent jobs”.