Zara D.

Zara D. is an experienced professional currently serving as the Chief of Staff and Head of Ecosystem at Rockstart since March 2020, where Zara focuses on engaging and developing the ecosystem that supports the company's business development goals. Prior roles include Corporate Innovation Lead, managing corporate innovation teams for high-profile clients such as Ørsted and Shell, and Innovation Program Manager for Forward Incubator, coordinating a program for entrepreneurs. Zara has also held positions in communications and corporate strategy roles, including at Erasmus Sustainability Hub and Edelman, among others. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Global Business and Sustainability from Rotterdam School of Management and an MBA from Keio University.