Maiko Arras

Maiko Arras is an experienced business development professional with a focus on maximizing operational efficiency and sustainability in various industries. Currently serving as the Director of Business Development for Europe at GIT (Graphite Innovation & Technologies) since April 2022, Maiko specializes in helping ship operators enhance vessel efficiency through innovative graphene-based nanocoatings. Additionally, Maiko has been an advisor for DELUXETARGETS since August 2018, providing expertise in high-end travel planning. Previous roles include Business Development Manager at Seaber.io, where Maiko enhanced efficiency in bulk shipping, and Operations at the Eastern Pacific Accelerator powered by Techstars. As a co-founder and CEO of hoopy* and founder and CEO of Paych, Maiko led initiatives in technology design and mobile payments, respectively. A background in shipping operations with Gunvor Services underscores Maiko's extensive skill set in business development, product management, fundraising, and team leadership, complemented by a degree from TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology.