Haya Verwoord

She is Director of Public Policy and Licensing at Bolt, where she leads our work to build cities for people by shaping inclusive, sustainable transport policies across Europe and beyond. With over 15 years of global experience in business development, government affairs, and sustainability—including 8 years in oil & gas and 7 in transport—she brings a cross-sector perspective to mobility innovation. She has led regulatory reform efforts, worked closely with diverse stakeholders, and scaled services in complex, highly regulated markets. As a polyglot with extensive international experience and a strong track record managing multicultural teams, she is committed to promoting diversity in transport—ensuring that our systems are accessible, equitable, and reflective of the communities they serve.