As the Drivers Initiative Lead at WWF-UK, I lead a dynamic team tackling the root causes of deforestation and environmental crime in key producer and consumer countries. With a focus on governance, legality, and systemic change, my work addresses the interconnected challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change, and human wellbeing.With an MBA from the University of Edinburgh Business School and nearly a decade of experience in conservation and sustainable development, I specialize in crafting and implementing transformative strategies to combat environmental crime, promote sustainable land use, and safeguard our planet's forests. My expertise spans critical areas such as trade, commodity supply chains, and financial crime, with a proven track record of driving impactful solutions through collaboration with governments, civil society, the private sector, and international organizations.Key achievements include:- Led the development and launch of the environmental crime financial toolkit - as a practical resource for addressing risk connected to deforestation & land conversion. - Advancing sustainable palm oil production in Asia by engaging stakeholders across the supply chain to adopt eco-friendly practices.- Collaborating with CITES and IMO to disrupt organized environmental crime and strengthen international frameworks.I am passionate about building alliances and driving systemic change to protect our forests and create a more sustainable, equitable future for people and nature alike.
Listed skills include Business Strategy, Public Relations, Business Planning, Negotiation, and 12 others.