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
Stefanie KaiserSenior Environmental Markets Strategist
Aligns with client needs in the fast-evolving nature marketplace
Charles TrouvéHead of Operations - Africa
Overall lead of operations
in Africa
Dr Stuart AuldSenior Scientist & Business Developer
Leads science-driven business development and metrics for investment
Dr Jeremy CusackSenior Biodiversity Monitoring Scientist
Designs biodiversity MRV strategies and metric development
Johanna McQuadeAssistant Ecologist
Supports analytics quality assurance and product development
Dr David LehmannSenior Conservation Scientist
Develops conservation tourism and leads scientific research projects
Jennifer ElloSocial Development Supervisor - Gabon
Develops relationships and activities with local communities
Róisín BonucchiProject & Office Manager
Manages international projects and the UK office
Tobias CaseyJunior Software Developer
Develops software solutions and builds applications
Yannick FoutyField Operations Manager - Gabon
Manages fieldwork operations and data acquisition
Dr Amrita LambaSenior Natural Capital & Governance Scientist
Leads research into equitable sharing of resources and natural asset governance