Meet our dedicated team

Johannah ChristensenJohannah is responsible for leading the organisation and working with the board and leadership team to deliver on the Global Maritime Forum’s vision and strategy.

Johannah Christensen

Chief Executive Officer,  Global Maritime Forum
joc@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3840 1800
Johannah is responsible for leading the organisation and working with the board and leadership team to deliver on the Global Maritime Forum’s vision and strategy.
Michael SøstedMichael is accountable for the day-to-day management of the foundation, overseeing the successful implementation of organisational policy, developing strategic plans, and maintaining an effective team and organisation.

Michael Søsted

Managing Director, Head of Finance and Operations,  Global Maritime Forum
ms@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 4253 2047
Michael is accountable for the day-to-day management of the foundation, overseeing the successful implementation of organisational policy, developing strategic plans, and maintaining an effective team and organisation.
Christian J. HansenChristian leads the community team and is responsible for building and mobilising a strong community of companies, organisations, funders, and partners to engage in and support our initiatives, including the Annual Summit.

Christian Jacob Hansen

Director, Partnerships and Community Engagement,  Global Maritime Forum
ch@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2889 3373
Christian leads the community team and is responsible for building and mobilising a strong community of companies, organisations, funders, and partners to engage in and support our initiatives, including the Annual Summit.
Ingrid Sigenvall JegouIngrid is responsible for the successful delivery of the Annual Summit and for incubating new initiatives and projects in line with the Global Maritime Forum's mission.

Ingrid Sidenvall Jegou

Director of Strategic Initiatives and Head of Annual Summit,  Global Maritime Forum
isj@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3138 5681
Ingrid is responsible for the successful delivery of the Annual Summit and for incubating new initiatives and projects in line with the Global Maritime Forum's mission.
Susanne JustesenSusanne leads the human sustainability programme, setting out to develop impactful and ambitious global standards for the safety, health, inclusion, and well-being of everyone impacted by maritime supply chains.

Susanne Justesen

Director, Human Sustainability,  Global Maritime Forum
sj@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3113 1616
Susanne leads the human sustainability programme, setting out to develop impactful and ambitious global standards for the safety, health, inclusion, and well-being of everyone impacted by maritime supply chains.
Rasmus Nord JørgensenRasmus is responsible for the output of the communications team and the team's well-being. His focus is on strategy and making all the pieces fit while helping the team reach its goals and targets.

Rasmus Nord Jørgensen

Director, Communications,  Global Maritime Forum
rnj@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2168 0421
Rasmus is responsible for the output of the communications team and the team's well-being. His focus is on strategy and making all the pieces fit while helping the team reach its goals and targets.
Jesse FahnestockJesse leads the decarbonisation work at the Global Maritime Forum.

Jesse Fahnestock

Director, Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
jf@globalmaritimeforum.org
Jesse leads the decarbonisation work at the Global Maritime Forum.
Marieke BeckmannMarieke helps lead the decarbonisation portfolio and oversees the industry action team.

Marieke Beckmann

Deputy Director, Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
mb@globalmaritimeforum.org
Marieke helps lead the decarbonisation portfolio and oversees the industry action team.
Randall KrantzRandall supports the operational efficiency work and advises on broader decarbonisation strategy. He has also served as the facilitator for several Annual Summits.

Randall Krantz

Senior Advisor, Shipping Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
rkr@globalmaritimeforum.org+41 76381 9557
Randall supports the operational efficiency work and advises on broader decarbonisation strategy. He has also served as the facilitator for several Annual Summits.
Lara KamalLara spearheads the advancement of key aspects of the Singapore-Rotterdam Green and Digital Corridor, leading industry engagement to facilitate the development and implementation of innovative commercial structures.

Lara Kamal

Senior Advisor,  Global Maritime Forum
lka@globalmaritimeforum.org
Lara spearheads the advancement of key aspects of the Singapore-Rotterdam Green and Digital Corridor, leading industry engagement to facilitate the development and implementation of innovative commercial structures.
Ludovic LaffineurLudovic provides expert advice and guidance to the organisation’s leadership on policy, strategy, technical matters, and other areas of expertise.

Ludovic Laffineur

Senior Advisor, Shipping Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
lla@globalmaritimeforum.org
Ludovic provides expert advice and guidance to the organisation’s leadership on policy, strategy, technical matters, and other areas of expertise.
Morgane GraffionMorgane leads the secretariats for our three transparency initiatives, along with her team. She focuses on strategic development, relationships with signatories/prospects, operations, representation, and ESG support.

Morgane Graffion

ESG Lead, Transparency Secretariats,  Global Maritime Forum
mg@globalmaritimeforum.org
Morgane leads the secretariats for our three transparency initiatives, along with her team. She focuses on strategic development, relationships with signatories/prospects, operations, representation, and ESG support.
Elena TalalasovaElena oversees our portfolio of analytical work for decarbonising shipping. Together with her team, she provides insights for the sector’s energy transition, from progress on green corridors to the role of governments.

Elena Talalasova

Senior Project Manager, Team Lead,  Global Maritime Forum
et@globalmaritimeforum.org
Elena oversees our portfolio of analytical work for decarbonising shipping. Together with her team, she provides insights for the sector’s energy transition, from progress on green corridors to the role of governments.
Sophie DeyonSophie leads our decarbonisation team's efforts within policy and government engagement. She also advises on our three transparency initiatives.

Sophie Deyon

Senior Project Manager, Team Lead, Policy & Government Engagement,  Global Maritime Forum
sd@globalmaritimeforum.org
Sophie leads our decarbonisation team's efforts within policy and government engagement. She also advises on our three transparency initiatives.
Eleanor CriswellEls leads our Global Opportunities workstream, which focuses on identifying, supporting, and collaborating on green shipping projects in the Global South.

Eleanor Criswell

Senior Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
elc@globalmaritimeforum.org+44 745 442 8191
Els leads our Global Opportunities workstream, which focuses on identifying, supporting, and collaborating on green shipping projects in the Global South.
Justin CremerJustin is responsible for editing all Global Maritime Forum communications, from long-form publications to newsletters and social media posts. He is also the team's point person for all video content.

Justin Cremer

Senior Communications Manager, Editor,  Global Maritime Forum
jcr@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 5774
Justin is responsible for editing all Global Maritime Forum communications, from long-form publications to newsletters and social media posts. He is also the team's point person for all video content.
Molly P. HannonMolly is the strategic communications advisor for all Global Maritime Forum programmes and initiatives. In addition to her role, she leads all PR efforts, working closely with the media to ensure visibility and impact.

Molly P. Hannon

Senior Communications Manager, PR and Media Relations,  Global Maritime Forum
mph@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 5376 6787
Molly is the strategic communications advisor for all Global Maritime Forum programmes and initiatives. In addition to her role, she leads all PR efforts, working closely with the media to ensure visibility and impact.
Placeholder portraitPeggy is responsible for ensuring that financial plans and spending are supported by robust processes and aligned with the strategic direction of the Global Maritime Forum.

Peggy Fouad

Senior Finance Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
pfo@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2966 1974
Peggy is responsible for ensuring that financial plans and spending are supported by robust processes and aligned with the strategic direction of the Global Maritime Forum.
Anna RosenbergAnna works on decarbonisation projects in our industry action team, where she currently leads our work on the Australia-East Asia Iron Ore Green Corridor.

Anna Rosenberg

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
aro@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3117 8512
Anna works on decarbonisation projects in our industry action team, where she currently leads our work on the Australia-East Asia Iron Ore Green Corridor.
Christian Breenfeldt AndersenChristian manages the All Aboard Alliance and the Future Maritime Leaders Network.

Christian Breenfeldt Andersen

Project Manager, Human Sustainability,  Global Maritime Forum
can@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2047 0972
Christian manages the All Aboard Alliance and the Future Maritime Leaders Network.
Harpa Hrönn Stefánsdóttir

Harpa Hrönn Stefánsdóttir

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
hhs@globalmaritimeforum.org
Judith MusauJudith leads initiatives on the exploration of maritime book-and-claim systems for shipping decarbonisation. She also works on other industry action projects, such as green corridors.

Judith Musau

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
jm@globalmaritimeforum.org
Judith leads initiatives on the exploration of maritime book-and-claim systems for shipping decarbonisation. She also works on other industry action projects, such as green corridors.
Lena FaberLena is responsible for running the Sea Cargo Charter Secretariat and the main point of contact for signatories and companies interested in joining the Association.

Lena Faber

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
lf@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 7376
Lena is responsible for running the Sea Cargo Charter Secretariat and the main point of contact for signatories and companies interested in joining the Association.
Live GiljeLive manages our overarching relations across initiatives, including potential and current partners, Annual Summit participants, and relevant stakeholders for our different working areas.

Live Gilje

Community Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
lg@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 5069 9912
Live manages our overarching relations across initiatives, including potential and current partners, Annual Summit participants, and relevant stakeholders for our different working areas.
Martine SiesbyeMartine leads our people and culture efforts.

Martine Siesbye

People and Culture Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
msi@globalmaritimeforum.org
Martine leads our people and culture efforts.
Nathalie Kold-HansenNathalie is responsible for organising, executing, and supporting decision-making processes in the board, management, and leadership teams. She supports the strategic development of the organisation and helps drive strategic initiatives.

Nathalie Kold-Hansen

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
nkh@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 4230 2039
Nathalie is responsible for organising, executing, and supporting decision-making processes in the board, management, and leadership teams. She supports the strategic development of the organisation and helps drive strategic initiatives.
Arron Ace WellingArron works on industry action projects, such as green corridors, focusing on their commercialisation. He also leads the operational efficiency initiative and serves as the organisation's trusted shipping guru.

Arron Welling

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
aaw@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 5976
Arron works on industry action projects, such as green corridors, focusing on their commercialisation. He also leads the operational efficiency initiative and serves as the organisation's trusted shipping guru.
Femke SpiegelenbergFemke is responsible for the Getting to Zero Coalition as well as the Coalition’s IMO Policy Action Group, an industry group that closely follows and supports IMO policy developments.

Femke Spiegelenberg

Project Manager, Getting to Zero Coalition,  Global Maritime Forum
fs@globalmaritimeforum.org+46 793 047 535
Femke is responsible for the Getting to Zero Coalition as well as the Coalition’s IMO Policy Action Group, an industry group that closely follows and supports IMO policy developments.
Jemma Tracey WandelJemma is the content manager responsible for planning and executing content for the Global Maritime Forum's programmes and initiatives, covering everything from social media to newsletters and videos.

Jemma Tracey Wandel

Content Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
jtr@globalmaritimeforum.org
Jemma is the content manager responsible for planning and executing content for the Global Maritime Forum's programmes and initiatives, covering everything from social media to newsletters and videos.
Joe BoylandJoe produces research and analysis supporting our work on shipping decarbonisation. This has included work on green corridors, the business case for zero-emission ships, and supplying new fuels at ports.

Joe Boyland

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
jmb@globalmaritimeforum.org+44 756 325 4411
Joe produces research and analysis supporting our work on shipping decarbonisation. This has included work on green corridors, the business case for zero-emission ships, and supplying new fuels at ports.
Katarina HanovaKatarina is the captain of office supplies and snacks, ensuring the office is stocked, coffee is flowing, new hires feel at home, and everything runs smoothly. She supports the team so they can focus on our mission.

Katarina Hanova

Office Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
kha@globalmaritimeforum.org
Katarina is the captain of office supplies and snacks, ensuring the office is stocked, coffee is flowing, new hires feel at home, and everything runs smoothly. She supports the team so they can focus on our mission.
Quanshui BaiQuanshui manages relations with potential and current partners, Annual Summit participants, and relevant stakeholders for our different working areas.

Quanshui Bai

Community Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
qba@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 9204
Quanshui manages relations with potential and current partners, Annual Summit participants, and relevant stakeholders for our different working areas.
Rita HjelmRita is responsible for managing the Secretariat of the Poseidon Principles and Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance. She is the main point of contact for current and prospective members and facilitates the daily operation of both Associations.

Rita Hjelm

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
rhj@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3169 2098
Rita is responsible for managing the Secretariat of the Poseidon Principles and Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance. She is the main point of contact for current and prospective members and facilitates the daily operation of both Associations.
Trine Kirketerp-MøllerTrine is in charge of the Global Maritime Forum branding and visuals and is the resident Adobe Creative Suite master. She also lends her key eye to proofreading printed materials.

Trine Kirketerp-Møller

Communications Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
tkm@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3122 0551
Trine is in charge of the Global Maritime Forum branding and visuals and is the resident Adobe Creative Suite master. She also lends her key eye to proofreading printed materials.
Zoë Sakura OgaharaZoë is a data analyst on the human sustainability team, transforming both quantitative and qualitative data into clear, actionable insights that drive understanding and impact.

Zoë Sakura Ogahara

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
zso@globalmaritimeforum.org
Zoë is a data analyst on the human sustainability team, transforming both quantitative and qualitative data into clear, actionable insights that drive understanding and impact.
Hana NguyenováHana coordinates the work of the Diversity@Sea initiative, currently addressing systemic challenges like sexual misconduct and pregnancy at sea. She's also involved in our efforts to improve seafarers’ mental health and well-being.

Hana Nguyenová

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
hng@globalmaritimeforum.org
Hana coordinates the work of the Diversity@Sea initiative, currently addressing systemic challenges like sexual misconduct and pregnancy at sea. She's also involved in our efforts to improve seafarers’ mental health and well-being.
Ida Tang MikkelsenIda is responsible for researching into new areas towards developing and incubating new projects and programmes. She also works on the content and design of the Annual Summit and is responsible for identifying speakers.

Ida Tang Mikkelsen

Project Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Annual Summit,  Global Maritime Forum
itm@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3029 5554
Ida is responsible for researching into new areas towards developing and incubating new projects and programmes. She also works on the content and design of the Annual Summit and is responsible for identifying speakers.
Jus JavornikJuš coordinates the Diversity@Sea pilot project, which includes 12 companies and pilot vessels and aims to improve working and living conditions at sea.

Juš Javornik

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
jj@globalmaritimeforum.org+386 40 506 007
Juš coordinates the Diversity@Sea pilot project, which includes 12 companies and pilot vessels and aims to improve working and living conditions at sea.
Layla ChamilothorisLayla coordinates Getting to Zero Coalition activities, supports work pertaining to the Zero Emission Shipping Mission, and assists with global opportunity initiatives.

Layla Chamilothoris

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
lc@globalmaritimeforum.org
Layla coordinates Getting to Zero Coalition activities, supports work pertaining to the Zero Emission Shipping Mission, and assists with global opportunity initiatives.
Ross BerridgeRoss coordinates meetings, workshops, and reports for the Sea Cargo Charter and operational efficiency initiative. He works closely with stakeholders to improve reporting and drive emissions reduction in global shipping.

Ross Berridge

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
rbe@globalmaritimeforum.org
Ross coordinates meetings, workshops, and reports for the Sea Cargo Charter and operational efficiency initiative. He works closely with stakeholders to improve reporting and drive emissions reduction in global shipping.
Umme JahanUmme helps manage financial processes and operational workflows. She also assists in people and culture activities and collaborates with the team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Umme Jahan

Project Coordinator, Finance Controller,  Global Maritime Forum
uja@globalmaritimeforum.org
Umme helps manage financial processes and operational workflows. She also assists in people and culture activities and collaborates with the team to ensure smooth daily operations.
Sebastiano GianinoSebastiano is a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen, researching topics related to shipping decarbonisation and international trade from a legal perspective.

Sebastiano Gianino

PhD Fellow/Student,  Global Maritime Forum
sgi@globalmaritimeforum.org
Sebastiano is a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen, researching topics related to shipping decarbonisation and international trade from a legal perspective.
Anika TasnimAnika assists the communications team with content production, newsletter development, and media monitoring. She also works with the human sustainability team on its various initiatives.

Anika Tasnim Nishat

Project Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
atn@globalmaritimeforum.org
Anika assists the communications team with content production, newsletter development, and media monitoring. She also works with the human sustainability team on its various initiatives.
Aninda AnnisaAninda supports our decarbonisation team with data collection, organisation, and analysis, contributing to projects on green corridors and the business case for zero-emission ships.

Aninda Annisa

Project Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
aan@globalmaritimeforum.org
Aninda supports our decarbonisation team with data collection, organisation, and analysis, contributing to projects on green corridors and the business case for zero-emission ships.
Parnica SrimalParnica assists in administering the Sea Cargo Charter, the Poseidon Principles, and the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance. Her focus is on governance, operations, and communications.

Parnica Srimal

Project Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
psa@globalmaritimeforum.org
Parnica assists in administering the Sea Cargo Charter, the Poseidon Principles, and the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance. Her focus is on governance, operations, and communications.
Uliana BoiarchukUliana assists with the management, administration, and coordination of our decarbonisation team's various initiatives within policy and government.

Uliana Boiarchuk

Project Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
ubo@globalmaritimeforum.org
Uliana assists with the management, administration, and coordination of our decarbonisation team's various initiatives within policy and government.