The Honeycomb Team

Carston Hernke is the founder of Honeycomb Maps. With a background in data engineering and analytics, Carston has led geospatial initiatives at TIER Mobility and consulted for Fortune 500 corporations.

A passionate advocate for making geospatial data accessible to all through intuitive design, Carston combines technical skill with strategic acumen. He holds a degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Minnesota.

Akshay Ramen leads go-to-market efforts at Honeycomb Maps. With a background in strategy, corporate development, and software engineering, Akshay brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to drive growth through value.

Previously, he worked as a senior business analyst at McKinsey & Company and has a software engineering background from Target and Smiths Medical. A passionate entrepreneur, Akshay co-founded Fiesta App, a real-time nightlife aggregator.

Storm Gibbons is the Head of Policy & Communications at Honeycomb Maps. With a background in policy, communications, and strategic partnerships, Storm specializes in crafting narratives that bridge technology, public policy, and business growth.

Previously, he led global policy and B2G communications at Dott (formerly TIER Mobility). Passionate about impactful storytelling, he has worked on campaigns across mobility, AI governance, and public affairs. Storm holds an MSc in Political Science, Public Policy & Governance from the University of Amsterdam.