The leadership team combines global business expertise with deep regional and technical knowledge, operating out of Switzerland (Europe), Zambia, and South Africa.

1. Michele Sofisti (Chief Executive Officer): Founder and President of SOFOS Management, bringing international expertise in strategic consulting, marketing, branding, and management across luxury, food, and other industries.

2. Gwen Jones (President & Chief Partnerships Officer): Over 25 years of global entrepreneurial experience and an Advisory Board member of the World Food Bank. She is a collaborator with the Namwala Ila Tribal Chief to sustain social and cultural heritage in Zambia.

3. Denise Madiro (Chief Operating Officer): An entrepreneur with enterprise development experience in Southern Africa (Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa), focusing on capacity development and enhancing skills of small and medium enterprises.

4. Prithvi Naik (Chief Sustainability Officer / Distribution Lead): A climate economist with expertise in sustainability, climate policy, and circular economy concepts, having experience in the petrochemicals industry and related non-profit sectors.

5. Andrea Chiesi (Chairman of the Board): Head of Special Projects at Chiesi Pharmaceuticals and Chairman of the board of Confindustria, Emilia Romagna.

Advisory Structure

The Board is supported by a robust group of advisors spanning conservation, diplomacy, and global science, which is critical for their nature-based mission.

1. Conservation & Science: Includes Dr. Krithi Karanth (Chief Conservation Scientist & Rolex Laureate) and Mr. Terry D. Garcia (Ex-Chief Science and Exploration Officer at National Geographic Society and former Deputy Administrator at NOAA).

2. Diplomacy & Global Affairs: Includes Amb. Giuseppe Mistretta (Director for Sub-Saharan Africa at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

3. Community Development: Includes Dr. Gloria B. Herndon (Published author and founder of an SBA program)

Our SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals Impact Investments

CatnClever

Spring Rain Global

Gerry Hofstetter

Plastic Angels

Jula Consultancy

Nzatu

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