Ulrik Kriete began his career with a banking apprenticeship before pursuing a degree in economics at Leibniz University Hannover. During his studies, he gained valuable international working experiences in New York City (USA) and Hong Kong. After graduating in 1998, he held a number of management positions in finance, including roles in treasury, controlling, and investment management with the World Exhibition EXPO2000 in Hannover and the media company edel music AG. In 2004, Ulrik Kriete transitioned into the maritime industry, where he took on diverse financial and operational roles within the Rickmers Group, ultimately serving as Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer. From 2016 he played a key role in the establishment of a single-purpose family office and the establishment of the ship-owning company ASSC. Most recently, he served as Managing Director and CFO of the Dr. Karl-Heinz Krämer Group, active in the ship-owning and management of tanker vessels, as well as consulting in the fields of offshore wind and LNG propulsion technologies in shipping. In April 2025, Ulrik Kriete has started as Managing Director of GRS.Group, where he is active in the areas of finance, marketing, business development, and administration.