Join HatchTech's exclusive Breakfast Meeting at IPPE 2026!
For the tenth year, HatchTech is proud to host its IPPE Breakfast Meeting. An edition that will be extra special this year, as we celebrate our 30th anniversary.
Last year’s meeting brought together more than 200 attendees from over 20 countries, creating a unique platform for knowledge sharing and international exchange. The upcoming edition will provide first-hand insights into the latest industry developments, highlight new innovations, and feature perspectives from key figures shaping the future of the sector.
Attendance is limited to 225 participants, pre-regiser for the Breakfast Meeting today!
General information
10th jubilee edition of the HatchTech Breakfast Meeting
At this 10th jubilee edition of the HatchTech Breakfast meeting a IPPE, we take a bold step into the future of hatcheries.
Over the past decade, we have witnessed profound changes in the poultry industry. Today, we stand on the brink of a new wave of transformation, one that promises lower investments, higher returns, and improved chick quality and animal welfare . Our confidence in the future is grounded in results of the past. What we envision is not theoretical; it is built on proven solutions in the last ten years.
Guided by this vision, we are proud to introduce all our guest speakers, who will share their perspectives on the future of our industry. These three speakers are founders and leaders of highly impactful companies that have grown rapidly over the past decade by turning their dreams and ideas into today’s reality. They will present their vision, and concrete innovations, for the next five to ten years, as we prepare to take the next big step forward together.
Richard Maatman, CEO of Hendrix Genetics
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Speakers from last year
Richard Maatman (CEO, Hendrix Genetics)
Last year, Richard shared what it takes to remain competitive in the poultry sector. He offered an in-depth look at the most critical industry trends, explored how to meet the growing global food demand, and addressed the impact of geopolitical challenges creating new constraints.
Joyce Neth (Vice President, Director of Audience Engagement of WATT Global Media)
Joyce brought forward fascinating insights on Gen Z values and poultry consumption, highlighting what this means for producers and how the next generation of consumers will shape the future of the industry.
Robert Yaman (CEO, Innovative Animal Ag)
Robert introduced three often overlooked trends in poultry. He examined the decline in broiler productivity, the evolving relationship between hatchery and farm, and the persistent reality of the “unchanging consumer.”
Joost ter Heerdt (Commercial Director, HatchTech Incubation)
Joost highlighted the impressive momentum of HatchCare and SetCare, two innovations reshaping the hatching process. He explained how extending incubation from 21 to 24 days works in practice, and shared the clear benefits these solutions deliver for hatcheries and producers alike.
Want to dive deeper into these insights? Download the full presentation here.
Program for IPPE Breakfast Meeting 2026
Simon Cohen (Vice President, MTech Systems)
MTech Systems is a global leader in providing specialized software solutions for the poultry and swine industries, designed with a clear mission: to deliver real-time data to the entire supply chain. Simon Cohen is one of the key figures behind the company’s global growth. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, he has played a pivotal role in its evolution into a global leader in modern supply-chain and production-management technology. Simon works closely with producers around the world to help them adopt smarter, data-driven tools that support better decisions, stronger performance, and a more sustainable future for the next generation of poultry and swine production
Presentation topic: Simon will present about: Beyond Human Limits: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Poultry Production. Transforming Decisions, Efficiency, and Profitability at Scale.
Ramin Karimpour (Chief Executive Officer & Founder of TARGAN)
Mr. Ramin Karimpour, the founder and CEO of TARGAN, is first and foremost a machine builder. Since designing and constructing his first small-scale airplane as a child, Ramin’s passion has been conceiving innovative solutions and making them a reality. To date, Ramin has launched over 140 bio-systems and industrial automation products while creating manufacturing facilities in China, India, the EU, Latin America, and the United States. He has led business operations, R&D, engineering, and sales teams for Dolan Jenner Industries, Applied Science & Technology, PerkinElmer, Kodak Molecular Imaging, MIDAS Vision Systems, Spire Corporation, Pfizer, and Zoetis. Ramin received his BS and MS in Electrical Engineering from Boston University and post-graduate certifications from Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Massachusetts in Plasma Processing and Executive Management.
Mr. Karimpour founded TARGAN to create products that address animal welfare and financial performance in animal agriculture. His vision is to create valuable, disruptive industry solutions by combining cutting edge technology (e.g., artificial intelligence, machine learning, fast vision systems, and robotics) with a keen understanding of animal biology and modern farming’s rigorous requirements. Ramin’s inspired thinking and understanding of evolving technology has built a company dedicated to feeding the growing global population in a responsible and sustainable way.
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Tjitze Meter (Chief Executive Officer, HatchTech Group)
Firm in his believe to do things in a better way, Tjitze founded HatchTech 30 years ago. Driven by relentless innovation, under his leadership and vision the company grew from an incubation technology manufacturer to a world-class high-performance technology provider for global food producers. Winning several awards for his achievements, Tjitze has been recognized as Poultry Personality of The Year In 2018. During his day-to-day activities, Tjitze leads the management team and, based on his passion for engineering, he stays close to every innovation that HatchTech brings to market.
Simon Cohen (Vice President, MTech Systems)
MTech Systems is a global leader in providing specialized software solutions for the poultry and swine industries, designed with a clear mission: to deliver real-time data to the entire supply chain. Simon Cohen is one of the key figures behind the company’s global growth. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, he has played a pivotal role in its evolution into a global leader in modern supply-chain and production-management technology. Simon works closely with producers around the world to help them adopt smarter, data-driven tools that support better decisions, stronger performance, and a more sustainable future for the next generation of poultry and swine production
Presentation topic: Simon will present about: Beyond Human Limits: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Poultry Production. Transforming Decisions, Efficiency, and Profitability at Scale.
Codie McKnight (National Sales Manager USA, HatchTech Group)
Our fourth guest speaker, Codie McKnight, National Sales Manager HatchTech USA, shares deep hatchery expertise gained across multiple U.S. companies and roles.
He will demonstrate how hatcheries can unlock up to $0.07 extra value per chick, reduce hatching egg use by 3.8%, and cut building costs by up to 30%.
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