Katie Lea

Katie is an experienced maritime HR leader and the Director of Culture & Engagement at V. Group, overseeing initiatives supporting 40,000+ seafarers globally. With over 20 years of crew management experience spanning both the offshore and shipping industries, Katie specializes in fostering positive workplace cultures, leadership development, and workforce retention. She is deeply committed to seafarer development and wellbeing, understanding their critical role in the success and sustainability of the maritime industry. Passionate about attracting more young people and women to careers at sea, Katie designs and champions initiatives that help to build a diverse and resilient talent pipeline for the future.