Alina Angielczyk is a seasoned shipping industry executive with over 20 years of experience in maritime logistics and international business management. Currently serving as Managing Director Area North at Hapag-Lloyd AG, she has established herself as a distinguished leader in the global shipping sector.
With nearly two decades at Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's leading shipping lines, Alina has demonstrated exceptional leadership through progressively senior roles. She served as the head of the Polish subsidiary for 11 years before advancing to oversee sales operations across 11 countries in Northeastern Europe. Her career began at Morska Agencja Gdynia, where she worked in Customer Service Export for five years, building a strong foundation in maritime operations.
Alina holds an International MBA in Strategy, Programme and Project Management from Gdańsk University of Technology, completed in 2014. Her educational background also includes both a Master's degree in Marketing and Management and a Bachelor's degree in Quality Science from Gdynia Maritime University. She is certified in Change Management, PRINCE2 Foundation, and MSP Foundation, bringing a structured approach to organizational transformation.
A certified change manager with practical experience, Alina particularly values the shipping industry for its direct access to global economic knowledge and the opportunity to work with extraordinary people. For the past seven years, she has been conducting Vision Board workshops, focusing on strategic life planning and helping others discover their development paths while breaking through conscious and subconscious barriers.
Alina is an advocate for multi-dimensional life experiences, challenging the notion that one must dedicate themselves to a single passion. She lives by Dale Carnegie's maxim: "A person's greatest misfortune is knowing they have greater potential and not utilizing it." This philosophy drives her approach to both professional leadership and personal development.
Professionally fluent in English, with working knowledge of German, and native Polish proficiency, Alina's multilingual capabilities enhance her effectiveness in international business contexts. She maintains an active presence in professional development through her blog at out-o-portret.com/education/ and hosts the ETA Podcast, focusing on personal development.
Her diverse skill set, extensive industry experience, and commitment to personal and professional growth make her a respected figure in the shipping industry and a valued leader at Hapag-Lloyd AG.