As a trading company, we focus on helping the communities we source from to develop in a sustainable manner and get access to better welfare while reducing the environmental impact of our logistics operations.
As a local business and an employer, we are committed to considering our place in society through the same scope of values and to implementing practices that contribute to improvement of quality of life.
To achieve our goals and address some of the most pressing global challenges, we have identified the following activities which are driven by our values:
Certified products
Improve quality of life
Engage with communities
Eliminate carbon trace
Our focus
Development of tailor-made community projects together with our partner cooperatives & customers
as well as implementation of self-designed initiatives guided by the following five UN Sustainable Development Goals
Global Presence
Headquarters based in Switzerland
Trade, logistics, group sustainability, finance and accounting
Based in Singapore
Trade, logistics, finance and accounting
Based in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Accra, Ghana
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Lomé, Togo
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Kampala, Uganda
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Beni, DR Congo
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Kenema, Sierra Leone
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Douala, Cameroon
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Based in Lima, Peru
Sourcing, sustainability and export activities
Meet the team
Sophie Giesbrecht - Middle Office Officer
Enjoy hiking, always with a bar of chocolate in my bag.
León Burkhart - Sustainability Coordinator
Raised in the breathtaking landscapes of southern Switzerland — always up for an outdoor adventure or a good chat to exchange ideas !
Tommaso Venturino - Quantitative Analyst
Born and raised in Italy, I pursued my postgraduate education in Zurich and am now based in Lausanne. Outside of work I enjoy reading classics, researching models in mathematical finance, and a good workout.
Hein Flore - Coffee Trader
Born in Holland but prefer the mountains to the canals... I moved to Switzerland but still enjoy an occasional Heineken beer, a real stroopwafel, or watching the Dutch football team lose at the most important moments.
Audrey Bussien - Head of Logistics
Fighting every day not to eat chocolate in excess because there is a lot of temptation at the office. On the other hand running away from the enemy is for cowards...
Martin Rossi - Sustainability Manager
Parisian that left the city, I discovered the cocoa in Madagascar and in Ivory Coast. Fell in love with it, even though I don’t say no to white chocolate sometimes…
Klaudia Gonciarz - Data Analytics Manager
Born in New York, raised in Poland, schooled in the UK, and now living my best life in Switzerland! I’m always up for a hike, especially with my partner-in-crime, Maui (the fluffiest, most adventurous dog around!).
Renzo Verne - Sustainability Director
Always on the lookout for an adventure and a reason to smile.
Kudzanai Binari - Logistics Officer
I was born and raised in Zimbabwe, and in my spare time you’ll usually find me in something creative or adventurous. Life’s too short not to mix a little art, travel, and rhythm into everyday !
Abdul Sediqi - Group Treasurer
Born and raised in Afghanistan, I speak nine languages and have a deep love for chess, snooker, and the arts. Fun fact: I see strategy everywhere—whether on a canvas, a chessboard, or a pool table.
Eliana Mingard - Certification Manager
Coming from a city at 2’700m altitude in the majestic Andes mountain range of South America, I could easily find in Switzerland one of the things that I like the most: hiking... and chocolate!
Zakaria Mjoun - Logistics Officer
Born to Moroccan parents and raised in Switzerland, I am passionate about commodity trading and constantly eager to learn. I love Brazilian jiujitsu, traveling, and enjoying life with my family and friends. Not to forget, I have a fondness for dark chocolate !
Esther Vannay - HR & Office Manager
After 13 enriching years in Asia, it feels good to enjoy again the Swiss Riviera, while still learning about the world and new cultures through cocoa.
Sébastien Loertscher - Head Accountant
Raised in an eclectic upbringing. Born in Switzerland from a Malaysian mother and a Swiss father who himself was born and had lived in Brazil for 20 years.
Lorenzo Avila - Trade Finance Officer
Bolivian made, born in Belgium, raised in Switzerland. I am always in the mood for a chess game, a glass of wine or both !
Emma Rossi - Cocoa Trader
Born in Burgundy in France, I should say that my first passion is wine … but my love for mountains and travels is even bigger ! A bit of chocolate is also well appreciated.
Aurélien Boulet - CFO
After 20y in multinational across the world, I joined Cocoasource where I deeply connect with its values, energy, and entrepreneurial mindset. On a personal level, I love my family, kitesurfing, mountaineering, and chocolate of course !
Valentine Martano - Financial & Risk Controller
I am grateful to be a part of CCS company. It is more than just a company ; it's a family that values integrity. I take pride in playing my role as a Financial & Risk Controller.
Daniel Gandi - Logistics Officer
Sports and cooking are two things that truly define me. I love exploring new horizons and meeting new people. I’ve always been passionate about international trade.
Lucas Charlé - Financial & Risk Analyst
Nothing is more motivating than working with inspiring people and making a difference.
Stéphanie Mermet - Sustainability Manager
With Swiss and Ecuadorian roots, I was just meant to love chocolate. My journey with cocoa started in Costa Rica in 2016. I've worked with cocoa from tree to bar and I am always eager to learn more and contribute to the world of sustainable chocolate.
Frédéric Coudray - Head of Cocoa Trading
I wanted to discover Africa to follow in my grandfather’s footsteps, and I found cocoa on my path! I love sharing a meal, the mountains, and above all, riding a motorcycle.
Emma Paccaud - Logistics Officer
Taiwanese, raised in Thailand, yet somehow ended up in Switzerland… a country renowned for its chocolate. Maybe life just knew how much I love dark chocolate and brought me here to indulge my sweet tooth!
Sadik Krasniqi - Trade Finance Officer
Born in Kosovo and raised between France and Switzerland, I’m passionate about history, geopolitics, and economics — but I’m just as excited about pop culture, from movies and series to anime. Football is another big love of mine.
Julien Grosjean - Logistics Officer
Born to a Swiss father and a Swedish mother, I grew up in Switzerland. In my free time I love road cycling even if I am faster at eating chocolate.
Larissa Formicola - Treasury Manager
I am only enriched by travel.
Augustin Planty - Trading Director
Originally from Bordeaux, France. Worked in a Languedocian's wine bar and prefer a Burgundy but please keep it quiet otherwise I won’t be able to come back to my family anymore...
Reka De Blasio - Trade Finance Officer
Born in Hungary, married to an Italian and raising 4 boys in Switzerland. You can see I love challenges! Sport, dancing and travelling keeps me active and inspired. My motto is to work hard and enjoy life! And my favorite is black chocolate!
Jules Hericher - Junior Cocoa Trader
Born and raised in Switzerland, I have a thing for adventure and the constant hope that the next surf trip will have better waves than the last one. Fun fact: I am not a coffee drinker - I have enough energy as it is.
Julie Déglise - Accounting Officer
No need to go very far for traveling! Open yourself to others, the trip is worth it!
Matthieu Vidal - Managing Director
A bit of adventure always comes along with nice encounters.
Felix Chen - Managing Director (Singapore branch)
Driven by mission, every challenge and every victory is carried lightly, as a lesson rather than a trophy. No matter how far travelled, the heart shall remain grounded, grateful to the people and moments that shape the journey before and ahead.
Verlyn Liew - Logistics Executive (Singapore Branch)
Driven by positivity, a global mindset, and the belief that balance and recharging are key to doing great work.
Jasper Ang - Trade Manager (Singapore branch)
Amid the chaos of modern life, let's cherish the moments where we lay comfort on a rubber chair enjoying the savoury of cashew nut chocolates and clarity over a cup of coffee.
Hubert Hoondert - Founder & Chairman of the Board
Always game for interesting new ventures with 'no-bollocks' approach to sustainability.