Michel Banidol
Founder & CEO
International strategy, innovation and business development expert with over 20 years of experience advising companies, corporate groups, organizations, and start-ups.
Team & Network
Expertise Mobilized Around Each Project
Laniakea combines strategic leadership with an international network of experts and specialist partners, mobilized according to the challenges, sectors and markets involved.
Leadership
The leadership team oversees assignments, coordinates expertise and manages relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders.
Bente Nielsen
Chief Financial Officer
Recognized international finance specialist with deep expertise in complex funding operations and cross-border projects.
Kim Ji Min
Communications & Public Relations Director
Communications strategist with extensive experience in brand stewardship and international media relations.
Adam Pradal
Non-Executive Director
Former executive of international financial institutions bringing strategic vision and rigorous governance to the board.
Carlo Mancini
Chief Operating Officer
Operations and complex-project expert with significant experience across energy and industrial sectors.
Vince-Thomas
International Operations
Emerging markets specialist with strong expertise in Asia, the Middle East and complex cross-border operations.
International Expert Network
Depending on the requirements of each assignment, independent experts and sector partners may be mobilized to complement the team’s capabilities.
Dr. James Williams
Geopolitics & Energy
Advisor on global geopolitical balances and major energy dynamics.
Prof. Wei-Ling Zhang
Sustainability & Asian Markets Strategy
Advisory on sustainable growth and market-entry strategies across Asian markets.
Arun Simh
Industrial Innovation, Communications & IT
Specialist in industrial transformation and the intersection of innovation, communications and technology.
Bernard Leblanc
Energy & Infrastructure Expertise
Specialist in gas, infrastructure and renewable energy projects with high capital intensity.
Elena Volkov
Defense & International Security
Advisor on security, sovereignty and resilience challenges in sensitive international environments.
Daniel Fischer
Industrial & Engineering Expertise
Provides hands-on insight into industrial chains, execution and engineering constraints.