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Maritime SheEO Conference 2025
The Maritime SheEO Conference 2025 sees delegates from all around the world during this two full day event, hosts important conversations with industry leaders, & acknowledges & rewards individuals & companies who have been actively working on promoting diversity.
Believe - Achieve - Lead: Inspiring Women in Maritime
October 28-29, 2025 | Mumbai, India
What is The Maritime SheEO Conference?
The Maritime SheEO Conference is the world’s largest and most impactful gathering focused on diversity and inclusion in the maritime sector. Since 2022, this trailblazing event has empowered women to rise, connect, and lead in one of the world’s oldest and most vital industries. In 2025, we return with a renewed purpose—to inspire bold dreams, fuel ambition, and build a stronger, more inclusive maritime community. This year’s theme, “Believe – Achieve – Lead,” is a tribute to the women who believe in themselves, strive relentlessly, and lead with integrity and innovation. Whether they're navigating the seas, scaling enterprises, or transforming policy—women in maritime are charting new territory, and this is the space to celebrate and amplify them.
Our Mission
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Our Speakers
Maritime SheEO Conference 2025 will feature 50+ thought leaders and pioneers, including:
Thomas A. Kazakos
Cyprus Shipping Chamber
Liz Marami
Kenya Ports Authority
Dr. Malini Shankar
INDIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY
Jillian Carson-Jackson
JCJ Consulting
Jennifer Leaman
Seaspan
Mônica Zionede Hall
Feliz Consulting
Zoe Upson
Facttalent
Capt. Dinesh Jairam
Seaspan Crew Management
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Our Partners
Maritime SheEO Conference 2024 appreciates the support of our partners.
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- Diversity Partner
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- Gold Partner
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- Gold Partner
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- Equity and Inclusion Partner
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- Cocktail Partner
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- Technology Partner
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- Legal Partner
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- Lounge Partner
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- Lanyard Partner
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- Gifting Partner
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- Comfort Partner
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- Logistics Partner
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- Seafarer Welfare Partner
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- Get Charged Partner
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- Award Partner
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- Leadership Partner
Venue:
JW Mariot,
Mumbai
Maritime SheEO Awards 2024
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Award |
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Best Practices in Diversity |
For companies that have successfully implemented strong, measurable diversity policies. This award honours organisations with a proven track record of building inclusive maritime workplaces. |
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Best Practices in Sustainability |
Recognises companies that embed environmental sustainability into their strategy and operations. Eligible companies must demonstrate real, data-backed sustainability outcomes. |
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Diversified Maritime Education Award |
Open to educational institutions enabling women’s entry into the maritime industry through inclusive admissions, curriculum, and outreach. Applicants must show evidence of impact and commitment to diversity in education. |
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SheEO Leadership Catalyst Award |
Recognises companies that actively develop women leaders through structured training, whether in-house or through external partnerships. Ideal for organisations that can show real investment and outcomes in upskilling their employees. |
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Seafarer Workplace Diversity Award |
Awarded to companies that provide safe, inclusive environments for women at sea. Organisations that have created pathways for women seafarers to thrive and continue long-term careers must apply. |
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Award |
Description |
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Seafarer Diversity Champion |
Honours individuals or teams who demonstrate outstanding commitment to the inclusion and well-being of diverse seafarers. Nominate someone who’s actively reshaping the culture at sea with empathy and action. |
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Inclusive Faculty Excellence Award |
Celebrates educators who foster a biasfree, inclusive learning environment in maritime institutions. Open to faculty who are advancing gender equity in the classroom and beyond. |
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Award |
Description |
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SheEO to Watch Out For |
For rising women professionals with 3–10 years of experience, who demonstrate outstanding potential and performance in maritime. Nominate someone whose growth signals she’s one to watch. |
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SheEO Leads |
For women in CXO-level roles (10+ years experience) who lead with vision, integrity, and impact. This award is not open to entrepreneurs. |
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SheEO Entrepreneur of the Year |
Recognises women business owners who’ve launched or scaled maritime ventures with innovation and resilience. Nominees must provide proof of business performance, growth milestones, and new contributions to the industry. |
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SheEO Seafarer Rising Star Award |
Celebrates women seafarers with 2–6years of experience who’ve shown remarkable achievement, leadership, and potential. Ideal for those making waves early in their maritime careers. |
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Lifetime Achievement Award |
Awarded at the discretion of the Jury to a woman whose lifetime contributions have shaped the maritime industry. This category is not open for nominations. |
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Champion of Diversity |
Honours men who have consistently advocated for gender diversity and amplified women's voices in their organisation. Eligible nominees must show proven actions and long-term commitment to driving inclusion. |
