Meet the team
- Terje Kristiansen
- CEO
Terje Kristiansen
CEO
I am responsible for the operations within Shipnet, leading the team to implement business strategies, plans, and procedures. My key role is to set comprehensive goals for performance and growth and establish policies that ensure the efficient running of our business which aligns with our mission to serve our customers the best possible way. I am passionate about the shipping industry and have been for over 30 years and am always thinking about where we can make improvements to make our customers’ lives better. When not in the office, I'm very passionate about Ice Hockey and my kids have fortunately followed in my footsteps
- Andrew Ward
- Sales Director
Andrew Ward
Sales Director
At Shipnet I am responsible for ensuring our customers new and old are fully up to speed with the capabilities and services that we have to offer. Working with the global sales team to promote and grow our customer portfolio, my aim is to make sure that we are known as the go-to solution, providing the tools that empower our customers to empower their businesses. In my free time, I play and watch as many sports as possible time permitting!
- Jenny Duffy
- Marketing Director
Jenny Duffy
Marketing Director
I’m responsible for getting Shipnet out into the world, to give it a voice in the market and position us as the best provider of maritime software solutions. I’ve worked in marketing for over 20 years in many different sectors, starting my career in advertising launching everything from nappies to vodka. For the last seven years, I’ve focussed on the tech industry. When it comes to marketing, I always look to add personality to tech and simplify the complex – which is regrettably harder than it sounds. I love the sea, spending time in it and as a movie enthusiast watching films about it. And if anyone says that Jaws is not the best film ever made, well…
- John Wills
- VP Product
John Wills
VP Product
At Shipnet I manage the portfolio of products and work with exciting new start-ups across the globe to introduce their products to our customers. I joined the maritime industry five years ago, after a career advising business, government and charities how to improve their performance and results using technology. In my spare time at home, I enjoy making music with my ever-growing collection of synths, and electronic music gadgets.
- Kasi Viswanathan
- Research and Development Director
Kasi Viswanathan
Research and Development Director
I head up the product development and IT infrastructure management team. I lead product development, innovation, and quality of all products delivered by Shipnet, driving technology solutions that improve employee and customer experience. With 25 years’ experience (ten of which have been with Shipnet), I’ve worn various hats as a developer, product manager and delivery manager. Having setup greenfield IT units in India, I’ve developed unique team-building skills, possessing both start-up and corporate experiences to lead nimble teams while still understanding corporate intricacies. I’m an avid sports fan and have a real passion cricket – yes, the one played over five days with lunch and tea breaks!
- Denis Debs
- Professional Services Director
Denis Debs
Professional Services Director
I’m responsible for the implementation of our solutions – from the moment an agreement is signed to the time it’s handed over to our support team. I’ve been with Shipnet since 2009 as a project manager and was responsible for all projects in Europe, Middle-East and North America between 2013 to 2018. I’m a football fan and love cheering on Arsenal, but my real passion is cooking for friends and family with a glass of Bordeaux in hand – it must be in my French blood.
- Claire Randall
- Customer Success Director
Claire Randall
Customer Success Director
I’m responsible for the new Customer Success team. I ensure our customers are at the forefront of the day-to-day decisions and our ongoing strategy. My main goal is to cultivate healthier customer relationships via open and transparent lines of communication. Before Shipnet, I worked in the public sector, supporting families and children through some of their most difficult moments. Although at times difficult, it was incredibly rewarding and has given me the ability to really listen. I have a husband, two daughters and two dogs, so life is never dull, and the house is rarely quiet.
Shipnet is an equal-opportunities employer
When it comes to finding the right people to welcome aboard, we're committed to fair hiring, regardless of age, gender, nationality, race, disability, religion, belief or sexual orientation.
Combining sustainability, technology and growth for the future of the marine industry
Our 2023 goal is built on new sustainability initiatives and partnerships in the maritime industry. In the meantime, we’re pulling together an environment, social responsibility and governance (ESG) strategy – keep an eye out for launch in 2023.
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