As the Director of Engagement and Human Sustainability, Mimi Schuppler focuses on building employee engagement and DEI initiatives within VIKAND, as well as partnering with the Global Maritime Forum on Human Sustainability. Prior to joining VIKAND, Mimi held various management, human resources, and training positions in the hospitality, real estate, and education sectors.

Mimi is passionate about helping organizations deliver results through an engaged and diverse workforce. Through the lenses of a global citizen and former seafarer and her experience working with 40+ nationalities, she draws from her genuine understanding of various cultures, norms, and values to cultivate inclusive organizations and develop energized teams where individuals can thrive, feel connected and be valued as their authentic selves.

Born in Taiwan, Mimi grew up in the US and spent more than a decade living on ships, across China, Hong Kong and India before landing in Austria with her family. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University School of Hotel Administration in hospitality management with concentrations in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration and Marketing.

Mimi is passionate about helping organizations deliver results through an engaged and diverse workforce. Through the lenses of a global citizen and former seafarer and her experience working with 40+ nationalities, she draws from her genuine understanding of various cultures, norms, and values to cultivate inclusive organizations and develop energized teams where individuals can thrive, feel connected and be valued as their authentic selves.

Born in Taiwan, Mimi grew up in the US and spent more than a decade living on ships, across China, Hong Kong and India before landing in Austria with her family. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University School of Hotel Administration in hospitality management with concentrations in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration and Marketing.