Makiko Karasawa
Makiko is an experienced leader in the global seafood industry with over two decades of expertise spanning tuna, shrimp, and premium seafood markets. Her career began in Japan’s sashimi tuna trade before expanding to sustainable shrimp aquaculture in Australia and, later, international business development with FS APME Group across Asia and the Middle East. As […]
John Diener
John F. Diener is a technology innovator, business leader, and investor dedicated to advancing food sustainability. He is the Founder and CEO of Vertical Oceans, an AI-native aquaculture company pioneering one of the world’s most sustainable seafood production systems, backed by leading Silicon Valley VC funds Khosla Ventures and SOSV. Previously, he was CEO of […]
Rhomona Gounden
Rizky Darmawan
Rizky is an accomplished leader in Indonesia’s aquaculture sector as CEO of Delta Marine Group with a strong focus on the production and distribution of shrimp. His expertise lies in business development, strategic planning, and management improvements, guiding companies toward sustainable growth and operational excellence. Beyond his corporate leadership, Rizky is the Co-founder of Petambak […]
Jenny Budiati
Jenny Budiati is a seasoned executive and aquaculture operations leader with over two decades of experience in the seafood and food production industry. She currently serves as Director at PT Suri Tani Pemuka, where she drives strategic initiatives for sustainable growth and operational excellence. Jenny’s expertise spans operational turnaround, value creation, brand development, and the […]
Aditya Dash
Aditya Dash is a seasoned executive with a strong background in the seafood industry, combining over two decades of leadership in aquaculture, seafood processing, and business development with broader ventures in hospitality and real estate. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Ayana Seafood, the seafood trading division of The Suryo Group, and […]
Leslie Phua
Leslie Phua is the Technical Advisor to the Seafood Industries Association Singapore (SIAS). With over two decades of experience in Singapore’s food system, Leslie has played a pivotal role in shaping national food safety strategies, standards, and regulatory frameworks. His expertise spans licensing, inspections, and the implementation of robust food safety programs. In his current role, […]
Eduardo Cavalcanti de Mello Filho
In his capacity as a research associate, Eduardo has supported the organization of academic and stakeholder-engagement conferences, lectured in courses for government officials, and published in renowned journals in international law and the law of the sea. Prior to joining the Centre, he worked at the University of Geneva and interned at the UN Office […]
Yanxuedan Zhang
Dr Yanxuedan Zhang is an international consultant for fish trade and market in FAO and a practicing lawyer in China specializing in overseas investment in environment sector. She worked in the Fisheries Administration Bureau under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of P.R. China in 2018, 2019 and 2021, primarily focusing on fisheries law […]
Nicolas Thériault
Nicolas Thériault leads international marketing and trade development for New Brunswick’s seafood sector, supporting industry efforts to diversify markets and strengthen the province’s global presence. He works closely with exporters, industry associations, and international partners to promote the “New Brunswick – Deliciously Canadian” brand in strategic markets across Europe, Asia, and the Indo-Pacific region. Nicolas […]