Our team
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Please meet the people driving Water Revolution Foundation, key figures from the superyacht industry as well as experts in their respective fields.

Henk de Vries III
Feadship – De Vries Scheepsbouw Chair
Henk was born in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands in 1958. He studied business economics at VU University in Amsterdam, after which he worked as a business consultant in various sectors.
He joined Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw and Feadship in 1987 as sales manager and became director and shareholder in 1996. Together with cousin Tom de Vries and later joined by Rob and Roderick de Vries, they expanded the family business to its current size with seven operating companies and 1200 employees. De Vries still is completely family-owned and owns 50% of Feadship.

Dr Vienna Eleuteri
Initiator & Vice-Chair
Vienna has coordinated several international projects in sustainable development, human health and the environment.
She works with governments and communities to introduce sustainable practices and adaptive technologies that reduce vulnerability to climate change and promote sustainable development. She is working on Yachting 4.0, a computational sustainability programme which supports decision making in production processes. She also coordinated the development of the WateRevolution model, a strategic partnership platform, recognized by the United Nations (UN) as a best practice, then taking this a step further by initiating Water Revolution Foundation.

Philippe Briand
Philippe Briand Design
Board member
Board member
Early insights into naval architecture and advanced hydrodynamics during an internship with Swedish designer Pelle Petterson armed Philippe with the skills to create dozens of successful production yacht models, of which over 12,000 have been built.
Philippe’s first foray into superyachts came in 1995 with a winning submission for the design of the ground-breaking, award-winning 44.7m S/Y Mari Cha III, and then Mari Cha IV. The success of these lightweight, high-performance cruising racers propelled him into the world of superyachts, where he has enjoyed considerable success. His studio produces yacht designs and naval architecture oriented around use of new technologies both for sailing and motor yachts.

Martin Redmayne
The Superyacht Group
Board member
Board member
Having graduated in business studies and mathematics, Martin joined a 90-foot sailing yacht which served as his introduction to the world of superyachts.
In 1992, Martin developed a brand new magazine. The Superyacht Report has now established itself as the authority in the market, with intelligent and informed reporting on all aspects of the superyacht world. With sister magazine titles developed over the years, and the creation of a solid digital portfolio and intelligence division, The Superyacht Group is one of the leading information suppliers to the market. Martin has spent time on over 1,500 yachts around the globe, interviewed hundreds of owners, CEOs and designers, providing a rare insight and unrivalled knowledge of the superyacht market.

Peter Lürssen
Lürssen Yachts
Board member
Board member
With an educational background in shipbuilding and industrial engineering in Germany and business administration in the United States, Peter Lürssen joined the family company as 4th generation in 1987.
He had already familiarized himself with various Lürssen departments and spent a year as a construction inspector at different Japanese shipyards. Under the leadership of Peter and his cousin Friedrich the company further expands with eight shipyards across northern Germany and 2,700 employees. Lürssen is 100% family-owned with all shareholders being members of the family.

Carolina Corral
Safe Harbor
Board member
Carolina is the Regional Vice President for the International South region of Safe Harbor Marinas.
She oversees Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center, Safe Harbor Charleston City, Safe Harbor Puerto Del Rey, and Old San Juan superyacht marina coming soon. Carolina studied at Villanova University in Pennsylvania graduating with a B.A. in Sociology with minors in Business, Italian and Psychology. In 2013, she began working for Putnam Bridge where she has held several senior positions. Shortly thereafter, she was promoted to Marina Puerto Del Rey, later juggling both the Chief Executive Officer position of Marina Puerto Del Rey and Chief Operating Officer of Putnam Bridge managing two additional properties in the San Juan Area. Safe Harbor Marinas acquired Puerto Del Rey in September 2021 and has since promoted Carolina to Regional Vice President of International South.

Aino Grapin
WINCH DESIGN
Board Member
Aino joined Winch Design as Chief Executive in 2016, bringing 25 years of experience in leading and growing businesses in creative industries, across the art, luxury and technology sectors.
Holding an MBA from INSEAD, Aino started her career as a strategy consultant with Bain & Company. She then spent nearly a decade at Christie’s, in a variety of strategic and operational roles. Aino works closely with the Board and Senior Partner Group to ensure Winch Design is as strong commercially as it is creatively. In 2021, Aino led the company through a new phase to become employee owned. Employee ownership sits well within the Winch Design ethos, which has always placed the highest value on its people, whose loyalty, talent and commitment play a vital part in the success of the business.

Martijn Munniksma
Treasurer & Secretary
Martijn Munniksma grew up and is living in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. He is married and proud father of two sons. He studied tax law in Amsterdam and joined EY in 2006.
He has been seconded twice to the Dutch desk in New York. His current role is tax partner in the international tax practice of EY Amsterdam. Martijn Munniksma serves MNCs in a wide variance of industries on all cross-border related matters. He advises MNCs in restructurings, controversy, refinancing, rationalization, (new) business models and supply chain. His aim is to provide the highest level of quality with the most diverse range of specialists. He is a natural team player and values trust, humor, and integrity in any (social) setting.
MANAGEMENT
The day to day activities of Water Revolution Foundation are run by a small team of sustainability experts, determined to make the industry more sustainable.

Robert van Tol
Executive Director
Robert’s passion is uniting people and organisations to achieve things that are beyond the scope of the individual.
He started working for the Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) shortly after its founding in 2007, while finalising his masters in Business Administration. As executive director Robert is responsible for the operations of the foundation, primarily the relations with partners and the completion of the joint projects. He is also convenor of Working Group 6 Sustainability & Environment under ISO TC8/SC12 for Large Yachts to develop new industry standards.

Hanna Dąbrowska
Technical Director
Hanna has a Masters degree in Naval Architecture and has worked passionately in the yachting industry for over 16 years.
Her career has taken her from Marine Engineer to Senior Naval Architect, during which she has gained extensive knowledge and developed many projects together with foremen, crew members, managers, science institutes, classification societies and sales teams. Hanna grew up in wild nature, yet she is curious about technology and high-end developments. She is determined to reverse the negative effects of civilization and believes that a balance in earth, humanity and natural resources is the ultimate luxury.

Laurie Foulon
Communications Manager
At the crossroads of communication and strategic creativity, Laurie’s experience blends over ten years in the superyacht industry with a passion for the ecological transition.
Serving the development of markets in France, Monaco, Australia and the Netherlands, she has expanded Charter Management departments to deliver the highest ocean-travel journeys. She has combined marketing and sales skills to address B2B and B2C audiences and accompanied businesses through change management, corporate expansion and innovative mindset shifts. Committed to supporting impactful projects, Laurie strives to volunteer her time for non-profit organisations aligned to her values.

Awwal Idris
Environmental Expert
Awwal is an expert in environmental impact assessment and sustainable resource management.
With a Master’s degree in Forest and Nature Conservation, he has a complex understanding of ecosystems and solving sustainability challenges by translating data into actionable insights. Having been raised among the lush landscapes of Ghana, his childhood instilled an unwavering passion for nature and a profound appreciation for its delicate balance. Grounded in a pragmatic approach rooted in science, Awwal is motivated to help make a tangible impact for a healthier planet.

Jessie Hale
Marketing Executive
With a Bachelor’s degree in Business, majoring in Management and Marketing, Jessie combines a strong foundation in brand strategy with practical marketing expertise.
Her background in finance marketing has provided her with valuable knowledge in both financial services and marketing techniques. Growing up in New Zealand instilled in her a deep appreciation for the natural world, fuelling her passion for environmental sustainability. She is thrilled to join the foundation and contribute to its vital work protecting our oceans.