Okala is a diverse team of scientists, engineers, nature markets and field experts. We have decades of combined experience in developing and deploying technologies to support conservation action.
Dr Robin WhytockCEO & Head of Science
Leads global strategy, scientific research and product development
Charles TrouvéHead of Operations - Africa
Overall lead of operations
in Africa
Dr Amrita LambaSenior Natural Capital & Governance Scientist
Leads research into equitable sharing of resources and natural asset governance
Dr Stuart AuldSenior Scientist & Business Developer
Leads science-driven business development and metrics for investment
Johanna McQuadeAssistant Ecologist
Supervises and supports data quality assurance and product development
Dr Jeremy CusackSenior Biodiversity Monitoring Scientist
Designs biodiversity MRV strategies and metric development
Jennifer ElloSocial Development Supervisor - Gabon
Develops relationships and activities with local communities
Dr David LehmannSenior Conservation Scientist
Develops conservation tourism and leads scientific research projects
Tobias CaseyFront End Developer
Develops the front end of web applications
Róisín BonucchiProject & Office Manager
Manages international projects and the UK office
Yannick FoutyField Operations Manager - Gabon
Manages fieldwork operations and data acquisition
Cristobal SalaméAssistant Ecologist
Supports data quality assurance and data science development
Harsh JoshiReact Native Developer
Develops phone applications and user interfaces