Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders
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Sharon Adams
Commercial Manager
Pembroke Port - Milford Haven Port Authority
United Kingdom
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Karim Adel - Women in breakbulk affilate
Owner
Atlas shipping
Egypt
[email protected]“Time is money. " -
Noura Al Shamsi
Community Manager
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology
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Farah Al-Yousef
Chartering Officer / Claims and P&I Adjuster
Amin Kawar and Sons Co.
Jordan
[email protected]“Always believe in YOU " -
Ekaterina Andreeva
Commercial Director
Volga-Dnepr
United Kingdom
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"Don't work hard, work smart!"
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H.E Eng. Hessa Bint Ahmed Al Malek
Executive Director of Maritime Transport
UAE Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime (FTA)
UAE"I am glad that I didn’t allow technicalities or judgement to dissuade me from pursuing my dream. It is also why I am so passionate about the work which we do at AWIMA, and why I encourage young females like myself to put themselves out there and chase their goals relentlessly.” -
Carmen Aranas
VP Global Sales
AGWorld
United States
[email protected]“The opportunities are limitless. You can achieve whatever you set your heart and mind upon achieving. " -
Beata Bac
Global Category Manager International and Project Logistics
Shell
United Kingdom
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Angie Belalij
Sales Manager
HMM Europe
United Kingdom
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"All of you have something to bring to the table, so take a seat my friend." -
Alba BellaCoustomer Experience Team Leader
Maersk
Spain
[email protected]“Create a community where you can share the best practices, build a network and a sense of belonging. These are simple actions we can do to promote women's presence in this sector. " -
Elcin Ayas BozkurtProject and Special Cargo Executive
Maersk
Istanbul
[email protected]“The men in the industry may not believe that you can go to the port, They may not believe that you can manage the operation in the port & office, they may not need to ask you for technical information during the operation. And, they may be surprised when you do all of these and more. Either they will be more surprised or they will get used to it.. We are everywhere with our professional knowledge! " -
Dr. Aysha Al Busmait
Director of Government Communications
UAE Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime (FTA)
UAE"I think the responsibility falls on all of us, irrespective of gender or geographic location, to encourage, support and inspire women to pursue leadership roles.” -
Jenny ButlerLiner Director
Cory Brothers Shipping Agency UK Ltd
United Kingdom
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Erich Cossutta - Women in Breakbulk Affilate
President
Dragon Maritime SEE d.o.o.
Serbia
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Dr. Noura Al Dhaheri
CEO
Maqta Gateway
UAE“Minimizing the gender gap is a gradual process, but there is great reason for optimism knowing that with persistence, women can and will advance the industries beyond any limitations that have been placed on us.” -
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Sue Donoghue
Managing Director – DHL Global Forwarding, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Project Director – SABIC – DHL Global Forwarding – Industrial Projects
Saudi Arabia"I firmly believe that roles should be filled by the best suited candidate and I am honoured to work with a company like DHL that celebrates diversity and women are given equal opportunities to lead." -
Nermeen Ezz
Business Development Manager
Africa Shipping Gate
[email protected]“Always make your work visible. Working in the shipping industry is the best chance to make your efforts visible to the whole world " -
Jasamin Fichte
Managing Partner; President
Fichte and Co.; WISTA Arabia UAE
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Sandra GerckeManager Chartering & Projects
SAL Heavy Lift / Jumbo-SAL-Alliance
[email protected]“Believe in yourself and find/use your female strengths and abilities. " -
Susan St. Germain
Director of Projects
LV Shipping
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Gizem GokalpSpecial Cargo Solution Manager
Maersk
Netherlands
[email protected]“No need to be masculine or to play tough to be successful. We should all be proud of ourselves for the unique value that we create each day. I am so happy to be surrounded by all the great women in the breakbulk community." -
Nikola Hagleitner
EVP Marketing & Sales
DHL Global Forwarding
United Kingdom"When we will look back at the current situation in a few years, we will not remember exactly what we did, but we will always remember how we felt and how people made us feel.” -
Eva HeumannCommunication Specialist
deugro group
Germany
[email protected]“Always be your true self!" -
Susan Hunter
CEO
APM Terminals
Bahrain“I am responsible for the day to day management and performance of Bahrain’s only commercial port facility, Khalifa Bin Salman Port." -
Virve HyytiäinenSales Manager
Kuljetusliike Ville Silvasti Oy
Finland
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Toutou ISSACommercial Manager
MOUSTUS CONSULTING
Mauritania
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Mohammad Jaber - Women in Breakbulk Affilate
Managing Director
DSV Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
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Jasleen Kaur
Founder & Director
Owners Freight Network
India“Women play a pivotal role in the growth of any sector and logistics is no exception. Over the last five years, it's encouraging to see more women in the project logistics, freight forwarding and shipping world.
Owners Freight Network was founded in 2015 and it's nice to meet more and more women leaders and entrepreneurs. My advice to you: Always focus on your goals and the path will be clear, and if you focus on the path, you will know all the right turns to take. Believe in yourself ! ” -
Ahmed Khalil - Women in Breakbulk
AffilateMarine Operation Manager
Arkas Egypt S.A.E
Egypt
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John Knowles - Women in Breakbulk Affilate
Senior Sales Executive / Business Development
JOC.com / The Journal of Commerce (S&P Global)
United Kingdom
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Lyudmyla KorzhenevskaDigital Sales Representative, Sac
Maersk Lines
Denmark
[email protected]“I think women in the breakbulk industry contribute with a more modern and creative approach. We transform the masculine, old fashion business into a more flexible and digitalized industry. " -
“I will choose the famous quote from Hillary Clinton to advice women in Breakbulk :"To all the little girls, never doubt that you are valuable, powerful, and deserving of every opportunity in the world and every chance to pursue your own dreams” " -
ROSANGELA (ROSY) DIAZ MALAVE
CO-OWNER & COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
NAKAMA WORLDWIDE SOLUTIONS S.A.
Panama
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Sara Malik
Customer Success Manager
Container xChange
Germany“No matter if we are in a developing country or developed country, as women, we are all struggling and dealing with different challenges in our lives. But we have one very big advantage and that is we don’t give up that easily and we make the best of what we have. I am strong because I been inspired many strong women in my life. I can’t think about a single weak woman because they don’t exist.
No matter what you do, work with dedication and don’t tell others how much you work, let your work speak for you." -
Aireen Malonzo
JSL Global
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June Manohoran
Director
Lukoil Marine Lubricants, MENA
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Sinem Mecik
Managing Partner
Maskot Shipping & Services
Turkey
[email protected]“Fortune favors the brave” -
Ghazalah Moloobhoy
Director / General Manager
A.S. Moloobhoy Pvt. Ltd. / Moloobhoy Marine Services, LLC
UAE“While we as women have come along way, I believe that proving your worth is a never-ending process and avoiding complacency at all costs is essential to shed gender stereotypes." -
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Eliska Mundell
Cargo Sales Manager - Global Accounts - Middle East & Africa
Emirates Airlines
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Susan OatwaySenior Analyst for Multipurpose & Breakbulk Shipping
Drewry
United Kingdom
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Claudia OhlmeierHead of Section Class Systematics, Data and Operation Centre
DNV; President, WISTA Germany
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Yalianna Osorio OvallesOcean Contract Product Manager
Maersk
Denmark
[email protected]“To break society and industry bias we need to start by breaking our own self-limiting biases. Don´t be afraid to be the only woman in that meeting, that call, or that negotiation. You are opening up opportunities for more women interested in joining us " -
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Christel PullensPresident, WISTA the Netherlands; Managing Director, Sea Ranger Service
Netherlands
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Capt. Sahar Rasti
CEO
SJR Group
UAE“Overcoming the odds to become the first certified female Emirati captain, as well as gaining acceptance from a culture that has traditionally resisted women working outside the home (or in less conservative roles), were driving forces behind my motivation to reach for the stars without reservation." -
Sabina Raza
Business Development Executive
Enkay Express - Logistica
UAEBe a women who overcomes obstacles by tackling them in faith instead of tiptoeing around them in fear. -
Stephanie SchillgaliesHead of Europe Chartering Desk & KAM
SAL Heavy Lift GmbH & Co. KG
Germany
[email protected]“Stay strong and continue being yourself but move your way!" -
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Nelusha Silva
Business Development Manager
Enkay Express - Logistica
UAE"Being in the freight and logistics industry for 36 years and the past 24 years in the Middle East, my advice to my female colleagues is have fire, passion and love in whatever you do or you will be worn out." -
Sadhini Silva
Assistant Manager - Business Development
JSL Global
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Tania Smith
Logistics Manager
S&B Engineers and Constructors LTD.
United States
[email protected]“Develop a strong network, work hard, don't be intimidated look for opportunities to excel in this industry, networking in conferences and associations has a great value and, it will kepp you up to date with industry updates." -
Rhonda Somers
CMO
Ace 54
UAE“In the years of working through the industry, I believe the leadership is changing and capitalizing based on the “value add” formula, where women in general are making the shift and being noticed in decision-maker roles." -
Sue Terpilowski OBEPresident, WISTA UK; Director, Imageline; Co-chair, Diversity in Maritime Taskforce, Maritime UK
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Minka St. JamesBusiness Development
Schmidbauer GmbH & Co. KG
Germany
[email protected]“There is a quality women bring to any business that is reflected by a respectful professionalism. As natural leaders, women are decision-makers and seek sustainable solutions. In the process, women create space for clarity and insight at a high level. " -
Nishika Thomas
Senior Sales Manager
Enkay Express - Logistica
UAEWhen women support each other incredible things happen. -
Linda TreumanManager
Marina Projects
Netherlands
[email protected]“The maritime industry and especially Breakbulk is amazing - people remain active in this segment for a long time and trust is of importance. Therefore I really think that women can contribute to this sector! " -
Valerija Tsiganovska
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Anna UdeHead of Sales Germany
deugro (Deutschland) Projekt GmbH
Germany
[email protected]“Don't try to be a 'better man', be a great woman instead! That's where our strength lies in." -
Beppie van der VeldeLine Manager Caribbean Line
Soreidom & Caribbean Line
Netherlands
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Ann-Cathrin van LooyJunior Marketing Manager
deugro group
Germany
[email protected]“Communication is always the key. Let's use our voices together!" -
Laila Victoria
CLS Logistics Solutions SRL
Dominican Republic“Though the logistics industry now has more female presence than before, it is still up to us to serve as role models for future female generations to come. Currently in the Dominican Republic, you can find few women dedicated to breakbulk yet there are many directly involved in logistics and scaling high positions in this sector.
If we really want to see change, we have to do the work, participate actively and support each other. That’s why it is my belief that organizations such as WISTA are part of what can encourage change and help empower females." -
Indira Peralta Villalobos
Ingeniera en Transporte ( Transportation Engineer)
WIC Logistics
Chile
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