Member of the World Commission on Environmental Law, Advisory board member of the Deep Ocean Stewardship Initiative & Founder & CEO of Mamafrica
Dr Alix Willemez’s Biography:
Dr Alix Willemez is best known for her leadership in global sustainability governance and her ability to translate complex environmental challenges into compelling, human-centred insights. Her most prominent achievements include founding Mamafrica, serving on the World Commission on Environmental Law, and advising major international institutions on environmental policy. Her survival of a catastrophic plane crash profoundly shaped her worldview, enabling her to speak with exceptional depth on resilience, uncertainty, and hope. Today, Alix is a sought-after speaker for audiences seeking rigorous expertise delivered with authenticity and purpose.
Alix began her career in a range of environmental roles supporting marine and renewable energy development before expanding into high-level governmental advisory work. She contributed to national strategy as Deputy Bureau Chief for State Action at Sea and subsequently served as Policy Advisor to the General Consul of New Zealand. Her consultancy and expert advisory work has since extended to the United Nations, the Government of Caledonia, and WWF. This pathway led her to her current portfolio of leadership roles spanning entrepreneurship, environmental law, and climate finance.
Her academic and professional accolades include an MSt in Sustainability Leadership and Sustainable Development from the University of Cambridge and appointments as an expert for the United Nations World Ocean Assessment II and III. She is the author of five children’s books about the ocean, a book on money, and the academic volume The Role of Law in Governing Sustainability. Alix also lectures internationally, contributing to programmes in Morocco, Caledonia, and the United States.
Beyond her formal positions, Alix plays a pivotal role in shaping sustainability education, advising institutions and supporting curriculum design. She is committed to building global environmental literacy and fostering inclusive pathways for climate leadership.
Why Hire Dr Alix Willemez?
Audiences hire Alix for her ability to deliver high-impact, globally informed keynotes shaped by frontline policy experience and transformative personal insight. She offers a rare synthesis across environmental law, climate finance, and resilience studies, delivering talks that challenge assumptions and stimulate strategic action. Her international lecturing background, coupled with her expertise across multilateral systems, positions her as an authoritative and compelling voice for organisations seeking clarity and direction.
Dr Alix Willemez’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Dr Alix Willemez’s inspirational career in resilience, sustainability, and environmentalism:
- 2025 – Continues serving the environmental and sustainability sector through her advisory and expert roles
- 2019 – Environmental and Climate Finance Specialist, African Development Bank Group, Global Environment Facility
- 2019 – Founder & CEO, Mamafrica
- 2019 – Member of the Advisory Board, Deep Ocean Stewardship Initiative
- 2018 – Expert for the World Ocean Assessment II and III, United Nations
- 2017 – Member of the World Commission on Environmental Law, IUCN
- 2017 – Consultant on Sustainable Development, Ocean, and Energy
- 2016 – Renewable Energy Expert, Credit Agricole
- 2015 – Ocean, Energy, Climate Change Management Consultant and Professor, UNIDO
- 2014 – Renewable Energy Advisor, Synergie Nouvelle-Caledonie
- 2013 – Policy Advisor of the Consul General of New Zealand for the French Territories of the South Pacific, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- 2012 – Deputy Bureau Chief for State Action at Sea, New Caledonia Maritime Zone, Marine Nationale
- Marine Renewables Energies Market Analyst, Marine Renewable Energy Ltd
- 2007 – Chief of Project, Mer-Veille
- 2005 – Consultant, FAO
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Testimonials
“Dr. Willemez delivered a high-quality training session on coastal erosion for senior civilian and military officials from ten different countries. She was instrumental in shaping the programme, created an engaging and rigorous learning environment, and guided participants to identify their strengths and challenges while developing an ambitious action plan. She was highly engaging and she blends expertise with deep humanity. Our audience left energised and hopeful. I highly recommend her as a speaker and workshop facilitator.” – Maylis, Senior French Navy Officer, Interregional Maritime Security Institute (ISMI), Africa
“Dr. Willemez made highly valuable contributions as thematic expert on the UN Ocean Decade. Her expertise and passion for the subject were remarkable. I strongly recommend her for thought leadership assignments.” – Ekaterina, Senior Officer, UNESCO Evaluation Office
“Alix Willemez delivered outstanding, high-impact presentations for Crédit Agricole’s regional clients. She has a rare ability to take complex topics and turn them into clear, engaging, and highly accessible messages. Her professionalism, enthusiasm, and stage presence made each session a real success. Alix combines technical depth with an exceptional ability to connect with audiences. I strongly recommend her as a speaker.” –Florence, Renewable Energy Expert, Crédit Agricole Banking Group
Speaking Topics
Dr Alix Willemez’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Resilience & Personal Leadership
- Climate, Environment & the Ocean
- Energy & Innovation
- Communication, Education & Storytelling
- Leadership & Diversity
How Much Does Dr Alix Willemez’s Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dr Alix Willemez?
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