Mikaila Ceelen
About Mikaila Ceelen
Mikaila Ceelen is a Business Impact Manager at CoGo in Wellington, New Zealand, with a strong focus on ethical business practices. She co-founded Kelpn BioPlastic, emphasizing sustainable solutions, and has a background in Marketing and Human Resource Management from the University of Canterbury.
Work at CoGo
Mikaila Ceelen has served as the Business Impact Manager at CoGo since 2020. In this role, she focuses on ethical business practices, which aligns with the company's mission to promote sustainability and social responsibility. Her position involves assessing and enhancing the impact of business operations, ensuring that CoGo adheres to its commitment to positive social and environmental outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Mikaila Ceelen holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a focus on Marketing and Human Resource Management from the University of Canterbury, completed between 2015 and 2018. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Marketing from the same institution from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she studied at Radboud University for one year, enhancing her knowledge and skills in her field.
Background
Mikaila Ceelen has a diverse professional background that includes roles in academia and business. She worked as a Tutor and Postgraduate Researcher at the University of Canterbury, contributing to educational initiatives and research projects. Her experience also includes a position as a Sustainability Intern at the same university, where she gained insights into sustainable practices.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to her role at CoGo, Mikaila Ceelen co-founded Kelpn BioPlastic in 2019. The company is based in Christchurch, New Zealand, and focuses on developing sustainable solutions through innovative bioplastic products. This venture reflects her commitment to ethical business practices and sustainability.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current roles, Mikaila Ceelen worked at Limitless Supplements as a Grocery Manager from 2018 to 2019. This position allowed her to gain experience in retail management and operations. Her varied work history has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her current endeavors.