Board Members

ICOM Europe board 2025-2028

Chair – Juliette Raoul-Duval (France)

An ICOM member for more than 26 years, Juliette Raoul-Duval has served as Chair of ICOM France, Vice-Chair of CIMUSET, and member of SAREC and DEFINE. She was Vice-Chair of ICOM Europe from 2022 to 2025.

As Chair, she is committed to fostering a responsible, democratic, and collaborative European network, positioning museums as trusted social institutions while strengthening the coherence, visibility, and impact of ICOM Europe.


Vice-Chair – Lana Karaia (Georgia)

Chair of ICOM Georgia and former Board Member of ICOM Europe (2022–2025), Lana Karaia has focused her work on capacity building, inclusivity, and cross-border cooperation.

As Vice-Chair, she is dedicated to strengthening dialogue among National Committees, supporting emerging museum professionals, and promoting ethical, collaborative museum practices across Europe.


2nd Vice-Chair – Mário Antas (Portugal)

Mário Antas previously served on the ICOM Europe Board (2022–2025) and is Advisor to the Board of the National Museum of Ancient Art in Portugal. His professional background includes museum education, international collaboration, and academic training.

He brings a strong focus on professional exchange and on strengthening ICOM Europe’s role as a space for dialogue and learning.


Secretary – Teti Hadjinicolaou (Greece)

Honorary Director of Modern Heritage at the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and founding member of ICOM Greece, Teti Hadjinicolaou brings more than four decades of experience in museology and cultural heritage.

As Secretary, she contributes deep institutional knowledge, continuity, and expertise in international cooperation and governance.


Treasurer – Alexandre Chevalier (Belgium)

Alexandre Chevalier served as Treasurer of ICOM Europe during the previous term and is Vice-Chair of ICOM Belgium. His experience combines museum leadership with financial governance.

In his continued role, he focuses on transparency, sustainable financial management, and strengthening coordination among European National Committees.


Board Member – Felicia Sternfeld (Germany)

Former chair of ICOM Germany and Director of the European Hansemuseum, Felicia Sternfeld has led significant organizational reforms and promoted international cooperation.

Her priorities include sustainability, decolonization, and reinforcing Europe’s contribution to global museum discourse.


Board Member – Michele Lanzinger (Italy)

Former chair of ICOM Italy, Michele Lanzinger brings decades of leadership experience in Italian and European museums.

He advocates for enhanced cooperation among National Committees and stronger engagement of museums in European cultural and research initiatives.


Board Member – Zsolt Sári (Hungary)

Deputy Director-General of the Hungarian Open Air Museum and former Chair of ICOM Hungary, Zsolt Sári focuses on museum management, digital transformation, and institutional resilience.

He views ICOM Europe as a platform for open dialogue and collective responses to shared challenges, including ethics renewal and sustainability.


ICOM Europe Board (2022 – 2025)

President (08. 2022 – 02.2024) – Juliette Raoul-Duval (France)

President (02.2024 – 11.2025) – Giuliana Ericani (Italy)

Board members:

  • Mario Nuno do Bento Antas (Portugal)
  • Alexandre Chevalier (Belgium)
  • Lana Karaia (Georgia)
  • Elke Kellner (Austria)
  • Bjorn Stenvers (Netherlands)

ICOM Europe board (2019 – 2022)

President – Luís Raposo (Portugal) – Executive Board member of ICOM

Board members

  • Jacques Terrière (France) – Member of ICOM France board; nominated treasure by the President
  • Guliana Ericani (Italy) – Member of ICOM Italy board
  • Monika Hagedorn-Saupe (Germany) – Chair of CIDOC, Member of the board of the EUROPEANA FOUNDATION, Chair of the SIG Documentation in the German Museum Association
  • Teti Hadjinicoalau (Greece) – Member of ICOM Greece board
  • Elke Kellner (Austria) – ICOM Austria managing director