Shanker Pillai
Studio Director
Shanker is a seasoned management consultant who has worked extensively on innovation, sustainability, and culture change within the maritime sector. With experience in APAC and Europe, he has tackled challenges related to sustainability, digital transformation, and venture building. He established Hafnia's innovation department in 2019 and has since led ventures addressing ESG reporting, DEI, and carbon emissions reduction. Shanker is a firm believer in experimentation and rapid idea testing.
Richard Holdsworth
Venture Builder
As an accomplished innovator and product strategist, Richard bridges the gap between corporate clients and start-ups. Previously at Shell, he established an in-house incubator and pioneered an open ecosystem approach to working with start-ups. Richard is passionate about sustainability, collaboration, and tackling pressing societal issues like decarbonization, waste management, welfare, and gender diversity.
Michal Falk Menashe
Venture Manager
With key roles at Singtel Innov8 and AT&T Foundry, Michal has extensive experience in business analysis, start-up scouting, and evaluation. She has a strong track record of identifying promising start-ups, working closely with founders, and building relationships with stakeholders. Michal recognizes the immense potential of technology to disrupt the maritime industry and drive efficiency and sustainability.
Access deep understanding about industry problems, operational expertise and real market data Immediate market validation and a large eco-system to test your ideas and products Secure pilot customers for your MVP or solution Product and go-to-market strategy support
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