Maria works as an operations manager and business developer at the Food Accelerator. Here, we offer small and medium-sized food companies coaching and support in business development, networking, and meeting opportunities. Maria has previously worked at the University of Gothenburg, the regional collaboration platform Maritime Cluster of West Sweden, and Lindholmen Science Park. She has many years of experience in marketing, communication, business development, and project management. Her expertise spans several areas, including collaboration, open innovation, innovation management, research communication, and entrepreneurship. She also has industry knowledge in food, sustainability, IT, media, transport, marine technology, ocean energy, seafood, marine biotechnology, and tourism. In addition, Maria works as an aquaculture advisor and coach within Industrial Dynamics, Omställningslyftet, and EEN, focusing on food companies.