Emilie Kerstens

TE Podcast, Editorial Team

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Emilie Kerstens is a researcher at E3G, a climate think tank, in Brussels. She is also an affiliated researcher at the Center on Inclusive Trade and Development. Her research focuses on the potential of trade as a tool to tackle critical global challenges such as climate change, gender equality, and security. She was previously a fellow at the Institute of International Economic Law and a teaching fellow at Maastricht University. She has also completed internships at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and New Markets Lab, among others. Emilie obtained her LL.M. in International Business and Economic Law and Certificate in WTO and International Trade Studies from Georgetown University Law Center with distinction. She also holds an LL.M. in International Law and an LL.B. in European Law from Maastricht University cum laude.

Who do you look up to in the trade world and why? We would love to know the women trade expert that inspire you!

I look up to Professors Jennifer Hillman and Katrin Kuhlmann for their pursuit of inclusive trade and sustainable development. I look up to Inu Manak for her trade expertise and for introducing me to TradeExperettes. I look up to Denise Prevost for introducing me to international trade law.

In a couple of lines, share with us what inspires you to be part of the TradeExperettes community. Or What is your favorite thing about your career?

I admire being part of a community of women dedicated to supporting other women working in trade.

BONUS QUESTION

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What career advice would you give to your younger self? What tips can you give to someone trying to pursue a career in trade?

Keep learning, always!