Meet our team
Get to know the people combining food science, industry expertise and practical experience to bring better products to market.
Izelri Marx
Co-Director
As co-Director of SENSE and a seasoned Food Product Developer, I merge passion with expertise in processing, nutrition, and consumer science. With a master’s in Consumer Sciences, I drive impactful product development, transforming ideas into successful, nutritious innovations that shape the future of food.
Simone van Niekerk
Co-Director
As a Co-Director, Entrepreneur, and Product Researcher, I fuse consumer needs with culinary curiosity. With expertise in consumer science and tourism, I decode behaviour and create balanced, market-ready products. At SENSE, I collaborate to shape innovations that truly resonate with today’s evolving food landscape.
Nadine van der Walt
Marketing & Communication
With a BA in Corporate Communication, I foster impactful partnerships in the food industry. At SENSE, I help turn ideas into success through strategic communication, product development, and passion-driven innovation—transforming visions into reality and aligning dreams with lasting, meaningful outcomes.
Mandy van Zyl
Recipe & Product Development
With experience in food development, I contribute expertise from recipe creation to premium ingredient sourcing. Passionate about consumer behavior, I drive innovation that fuses taste and nutrition. At SENSE, I’m committed to leading bold solutions that match evolving consumer preferences and industry trends.
We are a team of changemakers.
Our team is a dynamic mix of creatives, strategists, and problem-solvers, all dedicated to bringing fresh ideas to life. We thrive on innovation, using technology and design to craft solutions that make an impact. Get to know the people who make Sense work.
