Walking the walk for women in shipping
Talking the talk on diversity and inclusion is good, but walking the walk will bring better rewards, writes Elpi Petraki, President WISTA International There has been a lot of talk
Talking the talk on diversity and inclusion is good, but walking the walk will bring better rewards, writes Elpi Petraki, President WISTA International There has been a lot of talk
In today’s rapidly evolving world, promoting diversity and inclusion has become a key focus for organisations across various industries. The transport sector, in particular, strives to address the gender imbalance
Changing tradition It is quite easy to assume that the maritime industry is driven by tradition rather than requirements of time; being a rather niche sphere, it is only natural
Debbi Bonner Managing Director, JLA Media What advice would you give to young women who are interested in a career in the maritime industry?That it’s an exceptional industry, and it
Catherine Logie Direct to Consumer Services Director, Ocean Technologies Group What piece of career advice would you give your younger self if you knew then what you know now?Be confident;
Karen Martin Commercial Director, London International Shipping Week What piece of career advice would you give your younger self if you knew then what you know now?Never be afraid to
Teresa Peacock Managing Director, Executive Search, Spinnaker What piece of career advice would you give your younger self if you knew then what you know now?Relax more, worry less, and
Karen Ogidigben Algoma Central Corporation What piece of career advice would you give your younger self if you knew then what you know now?Imposter syndrome is Ok, and many leaders
We explore and celebrate some of the top women working in the shipping industry during the week of International Women’s Day 2023