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CEO Michael Hansen on supply chain, sustainability and leadership at Hempel

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Michael Hansen was appointed Group President & Chief Executive Officer of Hempel in October 2022.

Michael joined Hempel in May 2017 as Group Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, before becoming Executive Vice President of Energy & Infrastructure. He previously worked for 19 years at Maersk, one of the world’s largest shipping companies, where he most recently held the position of Vice President & Global Head of Sales at Maersk Line.

In this episode of the Alcott Global Podcast Leaders in Supply Chain podcast, host Radu Palamariu talks to Michael about the following:

  • What shaped Michael’s personal and professional growth
  • How to make successful industry career transitions: leaving Maersk and joining Hempel
  • Complexity as a strength in business relationships
  • Seeking moral integrity and selfless leadership in hires
  • Using reference checks and testing for self-awareness in hiring
  • Advice for aspiring leaders: Balancing ambition with patience

For more podcasts in this series, visit the Alcott Global website.