• Professional Background: 10+ years in adventure operations, expedition leadership, and sustainable business development across 40+ countries
• Education: Wilderness First Responder (NOLS), GSTC Sustainable Tourism Certification, MBA-equivalent intensive business program (London)
• Notable Expeditions: World-first paddleboard attempt on Scandinavia's longest river (800+ km), Africa's three highest peaks for KPAP and Climbers Against Cancer, World-Record hitchhike across Europe, Circumnavigated UK by bicycle
• Business Leadership: Built 7-figure sustainable furniture brand from scratch while managing all operations and strategy
• Languages: English (native), Afrikaans (conversational)
• Current Location: Boulder, CO / Cape Town, South Africa (dual-based)