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 Søsted webMichael 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 Jacob Hansen webChristian 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 Sigenwall 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 Justesen webSusanne 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 Fahnestock webJesse leads the decarbonisation work at the Global Maritime Forum.

Jesse Fahnestock

Director, Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
jf@globalmaritimeforum.org+46 761 76 76 84
Jesse leads the decarbonisation work at the Global Maritime Forum.
Marieke Beckmann webMarieke helps lead the decarbonisation portfolio and oversees the industry action team.

Marieke Beckmann

Deputy Director, Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
mb@globalmaritimeforum.org+44 754 905 9212
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.
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 Policy 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 Graffion webMorgane 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+45 3133 2070
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+46 738 477 384
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 Deyon webSophie 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+45 3110 2655
Sophie leads our decarbonisation team's efforts within policy and government engagement. She also advises on our three transparency initiatives.
Katrina Abhold webKatrina leads strategic decarbonisation projects focusing on the global energy transition, including the South Africa-Europe Iron Ore Green Corridor and port-related infrastructure work within Mission Innovation.

Katrina Abhold

Senior Project Manager, Decarbonisation,  Global Maritime Forum
ka@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3118 3329
Katrina leads strategic decarbonisation projects focusing on the global energy transition, including the South Africa-Europe Iron Ore Green Corridor and port-related infrastructure work within Mission Innovation.
Christian Mortensen webChristian 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.

Christian Mortensen

Senior Finance Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
cmo@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2858 6738
Christian 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.
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 Hannon webMolly 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,  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 portraitMari-Anne is spearheading an expansion of the Neptune Declaration, emphasising seafarer mental health and well-being. She also promotes diversity in maritime leadership and the tackling of sexual misconduct at sea.

Mari-Anne Daura

Senior Project Manager, Human Sustainability,  Global Maritime Forum
mda@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 9204
Mari-Anne is spearheading an expansion of the Neptune Declaration, emphasising seafarer mental health and well-being. She also promotes diversity in maritime leadership and the tackling of sexual misconduct at sea.
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 Andersen webChristian 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.
Eleanor Criswell webEls supports a coalition to deliver key aspects of the Singapore-Rotterdam Green and Digital Corridor, working on finance and regulation to support the development and implementation of commercial structures.

Eleanor Criswell

Project Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
elc@globalmaritimeforum.org+44 745 442 8191
Els supports a coalition to deliver key aspects of the Singapore-Rotterdam Green and Digital Corridor, working on finance and regulation to support the development and implementation of commercial structures.
Judith Musau webJudith 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.
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.
Placeholder portraitMartine 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.
Asja Jusufovic webAsja is responsible for the planning and execution of the Annual Summit, from creating processes to connecting the dots between internal and external delivery teams, enabling smooth collaboration.

Asja Jusufovic

Project Manager, Annual Summit,  Global Maritime Forum
aju@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2490 8278
Asja is responsible for the planning and execution of the Annual Summit, from creating processes to connecting the dots between internal and external delivery teams, enabling smooth collaboration.
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.
Frederik Hærup OlesenFrederik keeps the Global Maritime Forum's operations smooth and steady, handling essential administrative tasks, ensuring the office environment is conducive to productivity, and planning social events.

Frederik Hærup Olesen

Office Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
fho@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 2993 5755
Frederik keeps the Global Maritime Forum's operations smooth and steady, handling essential administrative tasks, ensuring the office environment is conducive to productivity, and planning social events.
Placeholder portraitJemma 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

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 Boyland webJoe 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.
Que DangQue leads the philanthropic fundraising, grants management, and resource mobilisation efforts of the organisation. She also supports building a strong community of partners and stakeholders, especially in China.

Que Dang

Grants and Partnerships Manager,  Global Maritime Forum
qd@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3171 2697
Que leads the philanthropic fundraising, grants management, and resource mobilisation efforts of the organisation. She also supports building a strong community of partners and stakeholders, especially in China.
Bianca Garvin webBianca works on industry action: exploring maritime book-and-claim systems, and the policy, commercialisation, and financing of green corridors in Asia. She also represents the organisation on the Zero-Emission Shipping Mission Secretariat.

Bianca Garvin

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
bg@globalmaritimeforum.org+33 678 637 462
Bianca works on industry action: exploring maritime book-and-claim systems, and the policy, commercialisation, and financing of green corridors in Asia. She also represents the organisation on the Zero-Emission Shipping Mission Secretariat.
Hana NguyenovaHana 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 Mikkelsen webIda 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,  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.
Juš Javornik webJuš 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 Chamilothoris webLayla oversees content production, newsletters, media monitoring, social media, and Salesforce updates. She splits her time evenly, collaborating with the government and policy team on decarbonisation efforts.

Layla Chamilothoris

Junior Project Advisor,  Global Maritime Forum
lc@globalmaritimeforum.org
Layla oversees content production, newsletters, media monitoring, social media, and Salesforce updates. She splits her time evenly, collaborating with the government and policy team on decarbonisation efforts.
Lena FaberLena coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Sea Cargo Charter and supports the operational efficiency initiative, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions now.

Lena Faber

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
lf@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3132 7376
Lena coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Sea Cargo Charter and supports the operational efficiency initiative, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions now.
Rita Hjelm webRita is responsible for daily tasks like member meetings and material creation for the Poseidon Principles and the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance.

Rita Hjelm

Project Coordinator,  Global Maritime Forum
rhj@globalmaritimeforum.org+45 3169 2098
Rita is responsible for daily tasks like member meetings and material creation for the Poseidon Principles and the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance.
Trine Kirketerp Moeller webTrine 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 Coordinator,  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.
Kasper Hassing Huge webKasper supports the community team by communicating with existing partners and exploring new partner opportunities. He also supports the Annual Summit team with invitations and research on the shipping industry.

Kasper Hassing Huge

Community Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
khh@globalmaritimeforum.org
Kasper supports the community team by communicating with existing partners and exploring new partner opportunities. He also supports the Annual Summit team with invitations and research on the shipping industry.
Thao Do webThao supports the transparency initiatives by initiating newsletters, coordinating meetings, and composing comprehensive summaries and meeting minutes.

Thao Do

Project Assistant,  Global Maritime Forum
tdo@globalmaritimeforum.org
Thao supports the transparency initiatives by initiating newsletters, coordinating meetings, and composing comprehensive summaries and meeting minutes.