IOTA Launches Expert Advisory Board to Accelerate Trade Initiative

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The $IOTA Foundation has established an Expert Advisory Board to bring senior trade, customs, and logistics expertise into the development of TWIN. The Board will provide practical guidance to ensure the infrastructure reflects real-world trade operations and regulatory requirements.

The $IOTA Foundation today announces the formation of its Expert Advisory Board, bringing real-world trade expertise directly into the development of TWIN (Trade Worldwide Information Network) – a public digital infrastructure designed to make international trade more accessible, transparent and efficient.

As the technological architect behind TWIN, $IOTA is building the foundations for a more connected global trade ecosystem. But technology alone is not enough. Turning this vision into a functioning system requires the insight of professionals who have spent years navigating trade processes, customs systems, and regulatory frameworks firsthand.

The $IOTA Expert Advisory Board is composed of independent industry leaders who will bring a wealth of real-world insight to the development of the TWIN platform, with particular focus on the UK. The Board will provide practical guidance and critical insights to strengthen the solutions being developed, as well as perspective to ensure TWIN is grounded in operational reality, commercial viability, and emerging market needs.

Meet the $IOTA Expert Advisory Board

Mark Johnson: A customs and trade specialist with over 40 years of experience in logistics, including a senior role at Kuehne+Nagel. A trusted adviser to the UK government during and after Brexit, Mark continues to support the government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and remains actively involved in industry forums and skills development across the sector.LinkedIn.

John Lucy: A transport and logistics leader with four decades of experience across the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Founder of John Lucy International and board member of the Road Haulage Association and the World Free Zones Organisation. John advises on cross-border transport, customs reform, digitalization and decarbonization. LinkedIn.

Dr. Anna Jerzewska: Managing Director and Founder of Trade & Borders. Customs rapporteur for EuroCommerce and member of the Windsor Framework Independent Monitoring Panel. With more than 20 years of experience, Anna advises governments, international organizations and private-sector clients across London, Brussels and Geneva and is a recognized public commentator on trade and customs. LinkedIn.

Sangeeta Khorana: An economist and data analyst with over 25 years of experience spanning academia, government, management consulting and business advisory. She supports governments on trade negotiations, free trade agreements and market access, bringing deep expertise in impact assessment and evidence-based policymaking. LinkedIn.

Daniel Shelcot: Head of Business Solutions and Border Compliance at Maritime Cargo Processing (Destin8), with more than 17 years of experience in port and border systems. Daniel brings a critical perspective on how digital platforms interface with real-world supply chains and government border controls. LinkedIn.

Gavin Johnson: Managing Director at Mobius Technology. With leadership experience across food, manufacturing and IT, Gavin designed the Signal system for tracking controlled-temperature logistics and brings deep expertise in digital solutions for complex supply chains, business development and international operations. LinkedIn.

We look forward to working closely with the Board as we continue to build trusted, interoperable digital infrastructure for global trade.

Disclaimer: The $IOTA Expert Advisory Board members participate strictly in a personal capacity and do not act on behalf of, or represent, their employers or any public or private institution with which they are affiliated. Any references to public entities are for biographical context only and do not imply any endorsement of TWIN.

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