The workshop will be hosted in the Women in Breakbulk Lounge. Co-moderator of the workshop is Mijs Verhoeven, ambassador of the Women Together network. The Women in Breakbulk Lounge is a joint initiative by the Women Together maritime network and Breakbulk Europe.
In the Ahoy venue in Rotterdam the lounge features an inspiring program of workshops and industry dialogues. Key themes include talent development, maritime career paths, inclusive leadership, and workign and leading across cultures. Featured speakers and facilitators include Zoe Upson, Claudia Beumer, Karin Staal, Jennifer Morris and Eelco Kraefft. Access the complete agenda for Jun 16, 2026 through June 18, 2026 via the Breakbulk Europe 2026 website.
As global business expands between the West and Asia, cultural differences remain a hidden barrier to success, impacting commercial outcomes, leadership effectiveness and safe operations. In the 45-minute workshop Building Trust Across Cultures workshop in the Women in Breakbulk Lounge on Tuesday at 4 PM we will share real-world examples and practical frameworks to help participants navigate cultural differences more effectively. Participants in the workshop will learn how to build trust across borders, strengthen international partnerships, improve communication and support safer, better business outcomes.
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Eelco Kraefft, founder of Spot On Learning, specializes in helping international teams and leaders navigate cultural complexity, improve collaboration and adapt effectively in fast-changing global business environments. |
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Mijs Verhoeven, ambassador of Women Together and founder of Helmswoman will be supporting this session. |