Welcome, Future Shapers.
Welcome, Future Shapers.
Welcome, Future Shapers.
Welcome, Future Shapers.
You are not alone.
You are not alone.
You are not alone.
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Our Story
Our Story
Our Story
Our Story
Sustainability is a team effort, and business leaders today need to ensure every stakeholder is part of the journey. We help you expand the circle of know-how, equipping diverse stakeholders with the insights and tools to embed sustainability at every level. Together, we can foster collaboration, drive innovation, and create a resilient future where everyone is in the loop. Join us and lead the way toward a thriving, sustainable world.
Sustainability is a team effort, and business leaders today need to ensure every stakeholder is part of the journey. We help you expand the circle of know-how, equipping diverse stakeholders with the insights and tools to embed sustainability at every level. Together, we can foster collaboration, drive innovation, and create a resilient future where everyone is in the loop. Join us and lead the way toward a thriving, sustainable world.
Sustainability is a team effort, and business leaders today need to ensure every stakeholder is part of the journey. We help you expand the circle of know-how, equipping diverse stakeholders with the insights and tools to embed sustainability at every level. Together, we can foster collaboration, drive innovation, and create a resilient future where everyone is in the loop. Join us and lead the way toward a thriving, sustainable world.
Our Founders
Our Founders
Our Founders
Our Founders
Our Founders
Sruthi
Viswanathan
CTO
10+ years Software Dev
Human-centered AI expert
DPhil Candidate @ Oxford
Ex BigTechs: Google | Naver
Ex Impact startups
Sruthi
Viswanathan
CTO
10+ years Software Dev
Human-centered AI expert
DPhil Candidate @ Oxford
Ex BigTechs: Google | Naver
Ex Impact startups
Sruthi
Viswanathan
CTO
10+ years Software Dev
Human-centered AI expert
DPhil Candidate @ Oxford
Ex BigTechs: Google | Naver
Ex Impact startups
Sruthi
Viswanathan
CTO
10+ years Software Dev
Human-centered AI expert
DPhil Candidate @ Oxford
Ex BigTechs: Google | Naver
Ex Impact startups
Sruthi
Viswanathan
CTO
10+ years Software Dev
Human-centered AI expert
DPhil Candidate @ Oxford
Ex BigTechs
Ex Impact startups
Craig
Vezina
CEO
20+ years Education Leader
Award-winning entrepreneur
OECD Education and Skills 2030
Co-founder of Realcast (2016)
Aurea Award for Impact
Inaugural Cohort Station F Paris
Craig
Vezina
CEO
20+ years Education Leader
Award-winning entrepreneur
OECD Education and Skills
Co-founder of Realcast (2016)
Aurea Award for Impact
Inaugural Cohort StationF
Craig
Vezina
CEO
20+ years Education Leader
Award-winning entrepreneur
OECD Education and Skills
Co-founder of Realcast (2016)
Aurea Award for Impact
Inaugural Cohort StationF
Craig
Vezina
CEO
20+ years Education Leader
Award-winning entrepreneur
OECD Education and Skills
Co-founder of Realcast (2016)
Aurea Award for Impact
Inaugural Cohort StationF
Craig
Vezina
CEO
20+ years Education Leader
Award-winning entrepreneur
OECD Education and Skills
Co-founder of Realcast (2016)
Aurea Award for Impact
Inaugural Cohort Station F
Valerian
Fauvel
CFO
Serial Entrepreneur
Founder of 8x Impact businesses
4x investor funded 4x bootstrapped
2x exits
10 years Impact Investor
$90m Aum INSITOR
Valerian
Fauvel
CFO
Serial Entrepreneur
Founder of 8x Impact businesses
4x investor funded
4x bootstrapped
2x exits
10 years Impact Investor
$90m Aum INSITOR
Valerian
Fauvel
CFO
Serial Entrepreneur
Founder of 8x Impact businesses
4x investor funded
4x bootstrapped
2x exits
10 years Impact Investor
$90m Aum INSITOR
Valerian
Fauvel
CFO
Serial Entrepreneur
Founder of 8x Impact businesses
4x investor funded
4x bootstrapped
2x exits
10 years Impact Investor
$90m Aum INSITOR
Valerian
Fauvel
CFO
Serial Entrepreneur
Founder of 8x Impact businesses
4x investor funded
4x bootstrapped
2x exits
10 years Impact Investor
$90m Aum INSITOR
Tod
Gimbel
CSO
30+ years Corporate Executive
Built ESG programs from scratch
Ex MNCs
Kraft Foods
Levi Strauss & Co.
Citi
Herbalife Nutrition
Tod
Gimbel
CSO
30+ years Corporate Executive
Built ESG programs from scratch
Ex MNCs
Kraft Foods
Levi Strauss & Co.
Citi
Herbalife Nutrition
Tod
Gimbel
CSO
30+ years Corporate Executive
Built ESG programs from scratch
Ex MNCs
Kraft Foods
Levi Strauss & Co.
Citi
Herbalife Nutrition
Tod
Gimbel
CSO
30+ years Corporate Executive
Built ESG programs from scratch
Ex MNCs
Kraft Foods
Levi Strauss & Co.
Citi
Herbalife Nutrition
Tod
Gimbel
CSO
30+ years Corporate Executive
Built ESG programs from scratch
Ex MNCs
Kraft Foods
Levi Strauss & Co.
Citi
Herbalife Nutrition
Our Fellows
Our Fellows
Our Fellows
Our Fellows
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
LinkedIn
Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
LinkedIn
Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
Dr. Richard Somerville
USA
Climate Scientist
Renowned climate scientist Richard Somerville is widely recognized for his expertise on future climate change prospects. His acumen in deciphering scientific climate change knowledge to the general public is outstanding. His acclaimed book 'The Forgiving Air: Understanding Environmental Change' (2008) impeccably demystifies contemporary science into lucid English, avoiding complexities and mathematical jargon. Serving as a professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego since 1979, Richard’s research has substantially amplified our comprehension of the climate system. As a Coordinating Lead Author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), his accomplishments include accolades from AGU and AMS. Plus, he is the recipient of the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Award for 2020-2021 from the California Air Resources Board, recognized for his 'lifetime of important contributions and achievements' in climate science. Located in the US, Richard enriches the Spaceship with his abundant knowledge and expertise in the climate field.
Rachel Sheila Kan
UK
Ecosystem Architect
Rachel is the Co-Founder of Real Circularity, Circular Earth and The Ecosystem Incubator. Rachel has been a designer & design manager in the commercial fashion industry for over 2 decades. She has been working within sustainability for the last 7. She also lectures on sustainability and ethics in business at university. Her down to earth relatable style is always welcomed, It's often said that her get the job done attitude is refreshing in our industry. She has a background in multi product over all with niche knowledge in kidswear. Rachel has recently been working within Circular Earth and her collaborative ''The Ecosystem Incubator'' ( which received a commended award at the Drapers sustainable fashion awards) focusing on circularity, longevity, reporting, using waste, whole systems thinking and regenerative and new economic practice.Find out more about Rachel Sheila Kan, her speaking, books, her regenerative projects and more. has been working from within the fashion industry for 22 years as both a designer & design manager. She stands for a world of fashion with integrity and transparency. Rachel is based in the UK and brings the Spaceship her vast knowledge of all aspects of sustainable fashion as well as a deep knowledge of circularity.
Dr. Shirley Nieuwland
Spain | The Nedherlands
Sustainable Tourism
Shirley is the owner of Paradise Found, which is all about responsible traveling. She holds a PhD in sustainable tourism from Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her research focused on governance models in the tourism sector, specialising in alternatives such as post- growth thinking in tourism and regenerative tourism.The connection between academia and practice is the foundation of her work. During her time as a researcher, she developed practice-oriented workshops in which she used the doughnut economy to develop tourism more holistically. After the completion of her PhD, she founded Paradise Found, a platform dedicated to responsible tourism, integrating both social and ecological sustainability. Nowadays, she works with governments, destination marketing organizations, and tourism companies on sustainable change in practice, but always supported with scientific knowledge. By thinking along with strategic issues she strives to demonstrate how things can be done differently and how the tourism sector could develop in a more regenerative way. Shirley has worked on various projects ranging from guiding destinations towards more sustainable tourism strategies to creating a sustainable travel policy for university employees.Shirley is based in Spain brings to the Spaceship her vast knowledge and experience win the sustainable tourism space.
Dr. Willy Legrand
Germany
Sustainable Hospitality
Dr. Willy Legrand is a Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Bonn, Germany, specialising in sustainable hospitality development and management. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Legrand has served as a visiting professor at universities in Singapore, India, Dubai, France, Peru, Estonia, and the United States. He co-edits works like "Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism as Motors for Development" and the "Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Food and Gastronomy." He is also the lead author of "Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry" and "Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality." Dr. Legrand co-chairs the Hospitality Net World Panel on Sustainability and is a co-editor for the Journal of Global Responsibility. He also serves as a guest editor for the special issue on Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality for the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. Based in Germany, Willy brings the Spaceship his expertise in the sustainable hospitality space.
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Maarten Biermans
Netherlands
Sustainable Finance & Shipping
Maartin is a partner at PROW Capital, where he is responsible for ESG, including for the Green Shipping Fund, a private debt fund aimed at speeding up the decarbonization of shipping. Before joining PROW Capital he worked at Rabobank, initially as Head of Sustainability Policy and subsequently as Global Head Sustainable Finance. Before this he worked as a strategy consultant, specializing in responsible investing in alternative investments. During this time he co-authored the PRI guide on how to integrate ESG in Private Equity. Maarten holds dual master degrees in Philosophy and Economics, both from the University of Amsterdam, where he also obtained his doctorate in Economics in 2012. Maarten is a board member of the UN Global Compact Netherlands Network and a member of the human rights committee of the Advisory Council on International Affairs (AIV), an independent body which advises the Dutch government and parliament on foreign policy. In the coming academic year will be teaching the course on Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing course at the Amsterdam Business School. Based in The Netherlands Maartin brings his expertise to the Spaceship in green finance and shipping spaces.
Sann Carrière
Singapore
Circular Systems
Sann operates at the place where nature and technology merge. She is a Co-Founder of the Material Innovation Centre (MIC) She has also built several other inspiring, purposeful businesses. Working towards systemic change via responsible production and consumption, she aligns her business concepts and actions with the principles of the circular economy. Sann regards ecosystem development as the growth strategy for the new economy, in which businesses, organizations, and governments mutually reinforce each other's operations in order to create a positive impact. Sann facilitates disruptive technology start-ups, governmental bodies, public organizations, and multinational companies to co-develop materials innovation and large-scale commercial success and her circular business models have proven to outcompete the traditional linear approach. Sann is based in Singapore and the Netherlands and brings the Spaceship her knowledge and skill as an innovator in the sustainability and positive impact spaces.
Daniel Huard
USA
Green Buildings & Space
Daniel is a seasoned specialist in Sustainable-Regenerative- Resiliency Development, with extensive expertise in the green spaces area with many certifications, including LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, USGBC, CaGBC, and GBCI. Accredited globally, Daniel has contributed significantly to construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, and project management. He holds degrees in Engineering and Architecture, with minors in Community and Business Development, Sustainable Design, and Machine and Mechanism Design. His experience spans technology, business planning, and marketing. Daniel is committed to advancing sustainability and regenerative development, focusing on education and advocacy. He is a PMI Project Management Professional, ILFI Educator-Presenter-Facilitator, and DOE Solar Decathlon Mentor. He also volunteers in environmental organisations promoting health, wellness, and energy efficiency in the built environment. Daniel is based in the US and brings his expertise to the Spaceship in all things relating to green spaces, buildings, and biophilia spaces.
Anna Håkansson
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Anna (along with Fellow Radhika Chavez) is one of the the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company based in Singapore. She is a seasoned process development expert and operations strategist, whose career transitioned from Quality Manager and COO roles into a leader in Sustainable Business Development. Anna enriched her expertise in Quality Management with certifications in GRI, SASB-FSA, TCFD, ISO14064, GHG Protocol, and she is well versed with the new reporting requirements from ESRS and IFRS. Her firm, Tulyā, helps SMEs weave sustainability into their business strategies and operations, focusing on the material impacts of environmental and social factors. She leads Tulyā’s efforts to simplify sustainability integration for companies at the beginning of their sustainability journey, focusing on crucial materiality topics that align with stakeholder expectations and new regulatory landscapes. Anna is also integral to the "Green Innovation Centre," a project she leads that showcases sustainable urban living solutions in Singapore. Based in Singapore, Anna brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
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Daniel Chua
Singapore
Facilitator
Daniel is the founder of a number of sustainability related endeavors including AOINA, MICE Carbon and Trade Flow Capital Management. He is a ChangeMaker and DealMaker leveraging his expertise, experience and networks acquired over more than 20 years of global business experience to enable and accelerate ESG-driven businesses and the circular economy for positive impact on planet, people, and progress. His work experience spans the aviation, automotive, agriculture, arts, electronics, F&B, finance, green energy, hospitality, luxury, media, software, semiconductor, and water industries, as well as government and non-profit sectors. His professional dedication has positively impacted thousands of individuals since 1999 to communicate and to collaborate better, with hundreds of successful projects cumulatively worth millions managed across more than a dozen major cities. He has been a master moderator for industry conferences since 1999, and is a lauded motivational spokesperson, speaker and trainer with regional exposure on topics related to Sustainability, Brand Strategy and Destination Promotion. Based in Singapore, Daniel brings his expertise to the Spaceship as both a facilitator and an expert in harmonizing sustainability and profitability.
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Radhika Chavan
Singapore
ESG Accounting & Reporting
Radhika (along with Fellow Anna Hakanssan) is one of the co-founders of Tulyā, a pioneering Sustainability Management Accounting (SMA) Services company. She leverages her extensive finance and IT background to advance sustainability for SMEs. With a career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, Barclays, and various IT services companies, she brings technical expertise and visionary leadership to environmental and social impact initiatives. At Tulyā, Radhika develops tools that integrate ESG and business metrics with traditional accounting to highlight sustainability's financial impacts. A Chemical Engineering graduate certified in SASB, PMP, CSM, and Design Thinking from MIT, her analytical and creative approach addresses complex challenges. At Tulyā, she simplifies integrating sustainability into business strategies, enabling economic and sustainable growth for companies. Radhika is proud of empowering SMEs to achieve sustainable futures, continuously learning and evolving with the businesses she supports. Based in Singapore, Radhika brings her expertise to the Spaceship in the ESG planning, data collection, compliance and record keeping spaces.
Alya Annabi
Indonesia
Sustainability Champion
Alya is the visionary founder of GreenPush, where she engages with employees on Sustainability within companies through customised programmes. With a passion for creating a greener, more sustainable future, Alya has emerged as a leading figure in environmental advocacy and sustainable development. Her purpose is to empower change-makers with a 'Positive Push'. Before founding Greenpush, Alya founded several communities across Singapore and Bali with strength in bringing people together to foster more collaboration. Under her leadership, GreenPush is now an award-winning company on a mission to inspire, educate and engage employees to champion sustainability in their organisation. She is also an engaging Speaker, dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to make a positive impact on the environment and society. In 2023, Alya was listed among the Women of The Future 50 Rising Stars in ESG and has been recognized as a Sustainability Champion & Eco-warrior by Honeycombers. Based in Bali and Singapore, Alya brings her expertise to the Spaceship across the entire range of the sustainability space.
Pascal De Pertrini
France
Sustainable Leadership
Pascal is the Founder and President of Co-Future PTE LTD. which helps consumer goods companies design and shape a better and more sustainable future in a collaborative and empowering way. He is an active investor and mentor to start-ups in health tech, energy transition and sustainability. He is a seasoned Board member with board membership experience at listed and private companies in Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He spent a many years in senior roles at Danone including SVP and Chairman of Danone Asia, advising Danone’s CEO on the company strategy in Asia, external partnerships and the development of the Asian Talents for the future. He led the Cycles & Procurement mandate at Danone Group, prominently led the launch of Danone’s Climate policy and Net Zero commitment at the COP 21 in Paris. Pascal previously served in key leadership roles at Fonterra, and Fraser and Neave. Based in Singapore and France, Pascal brings the Spaceship his expertise in integrating sustainability into emerging and developed markets, management, strategy, business operations, transformation, people & organization development, and Board effectiveness and governance.
William Gaultier
Singapore
Communications Wicked Risk
William is the Founder of the Equanimity Group based in Singapore and the US. He is a seasoned crisis and risk expert with 30 years of experience managing operational and reputational crises for diverse companies. He has worked with industry giants like Lazada/Alibaba, Sephora, and The Hoffman Agency, demonstrating his expertise in regions such as San Francisco, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore. William has a deep understanding of cultural, economic, and governmental nuances in these regions. His extensive experience includes handling reputational crises for global brands like Northern Trust and Sephora, where he managed the largest cyber- attack in Sephora's history across 10 countries. At Lazada, he led strategic counsel and developed crisis plans for issues such as cyber- attacks, bomb threats, product recalls, social media backlash, and employee misconduct. Additionally, William has founded four companies across Asia, Europe, and the US, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges in building and growing businesses in these regions. This experience has honed his ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions for operational crisis management in the sustainability space.
Laila (LJ) Martins
Germany
Regenerative Innovation
Laila thrives on nurturing sustainable and regenerative practices across businesses, communities, and economies.She is the Founder & CEO of RegenBeings which inspires individuals to become regenerative beings for their communities, organizations, and the planet focused on cultivating regenerative leadership, innovative business models, and systemic change. She is focussed on bridging latitudes, languages, and ages for a thriving future. She has a foundation in International Relations and an MBA in Sustainable Development and Circular Economy. She has both the technical knowledge of ESG frameworks as well as deep understanding of systems thinking, regenerative design and diversity and inclusion. Laila is based in Germany and brings the Spaceship her expertise in regenerative design, diversity and inclusion and circularity spaces.
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"Spaceship program both helped to build capabilities and mindset"
Spaceship got us working together & ideating on things
we could tangibly do differently.
Sebastian Mueller
COO - MING LABS
"Teaching is great!"
The whole workshop is awesome...useful and insightful training!
Employee Testimonials
DBS
"Wonderfully made programs."
Great spirit and inclusion of people!
Andre Vauthey
Impact Investor
"We are very happy with the videos. They look great!"
Lorem
IpsumSimon Pettman
Executive Director, IADSA
"Spaceship program both helped to build capabilities and mindset"
Spaceship got us working together & ideating on things
we could tangibly do differently.
Sebastian Mueller
COO - MING LABS
"Teaching is great!"
The whole workshop is awesome...useful and insightful training!
Employee Testimonials
DBS
"Wonderfully made programs."
Great spirit and inclusion of people!
Andre Vauthey
Impact Investor
"We are very happy with the videos. They look great!"
Lorem
IpsumSimon Pettman
Executive Director, IADSA
"Spaceship program both helped to build capabilities and mindset"
Spaceship got us working together & ideating on things
we could tangibly do differently.
Sebastian Mueller
COO - MING LABS
"Teaching is great!"
The whole workshop is awesome...useful and insightful training!
Employee Testimonials
DBS
"Wonderfully made programs."
Great spirit and inclusion of people!
Andre Vauthey
Impact Investor
"We are very happy with the videos. They look great!"
Lorem
IpsumSimon Pettman
Executive Director, IADSA
"Spaceship program both helped to build capabilities and mindset"
Sebastian Mueller
COO - MING LABS
"Teaching is great!"
The whole workshop is awesome...
useful and insightful training!
Employee Testimonials
DBS
"Wonderfully made programs."
Great spirit and inclusion of people!
Andre Vauthey
Impact Investor
"We are very happy with the videos. They look great!"
Lorem
IpsumSimon Pettman
Executive Director, IADSA
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Office
Office
Kemp House 160 City Road,
London, EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom
Global in scope
Global in scope
Paris - London - New York - Singapore - Los Angeles
Global in scope
Paris - London - New York - Singapore - Los Angeles
Kemp House 160 City Road,
London, EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom