Interim Executive Director@International Association of Dive Professionals
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Henri Hemmerechts is the founder of the International Association of Dive Professionals (IADP), a global organization focused on advancing professional standards, industry structure, and long-term sustainability within the diving sector.
With over 30 years of experience as a professional diver, instructor, captain, and executive operator, he has managed and advised dive operations across the Red Sea, Caribbean, and international markets. His expertise spans multi-location dive center management, operational restructuring, revenue model optimization, and the integration of marine conservation into commercial environments.
He is the initiator of #OPREDSEA, a long-term marine restoration program targeting biodiversity recovery and ecosystem resilience in the Red Sea.
Through OceanRoamers, he works with dive operators, tourism groups, and industry stakeholders to improve operational performance, strengthen margins, and reposition businesses for sustainable growth.
Henri was awarded the Platinum Pro 5000 Diver rating in 2010 and operates fluently across multiple international markets and languages.More...