Global management consulting firm a-connect has hired Christian Martin as a partner.

In his new role, Martin will be focusing on the agribusiness, food and chemicals sector.

Martin comes most recently from Veramaris, a joint venture between DSM Nutritional Products and Evonik Nutrition and Care, where he was part of the leadership team and held the head of global sales position, according to his LinkedIn profile.

After a 16 year career at DSM spanning Martek Biosciences, DSM Nutritional Products and Veramaris, Martin now joins a-connect in Switzerland where he will continue to be involved in the seafood and aquaculture industries.