Led by experts leveraging data to support actionable conservation outcomes.
We’re a collective of wildlife scientists, ecologists, and data scientists, mostly from the Global South, who have embraced technology as a catalyst for conservation.
Our team has collectively worked in conservation for decades with local communities, academics, non-profits, government agencies and corporations. We’ve combined our diverse backgrounds with scientific rigor to develop optimized biodiversity monitoring solutions. At the heart of our mission lies an unwavering dedication to placing science and empirical evidence at the forefront of our initiatives.
The Team
I’m passionate and driven to create impact and have grown roots in the conservation space over the past decade. With 20 years of experience across tourism, hospitality, e-commerce, and consultancy, I bring forth a richness of capabilities in strategy, operations, project delivery, and stakeholder management. As a proud cat mom, I enjoy relaxing with family and close friends and am forever in pursuit of good dad jokes.
I’m a Brazilian tropical ecologist, boasting over 20 years of experience in biodiversity monitoring and conservation. Notably, I’ve spearheaded the development of Arbimon, a world-renowned ecoacoustic monitoring platform. Collaborating with academia, governments, and nonprofits, I’ve catalyzed impactful advancements in wildlife preservation, addressing the effects of land use and climate change on biodiversity. My commitment fuels pivotal transformations at the nexus of science, technology, and conservation.
I’m a biologist with 30 years of experience working at the intersection of science, technology and conservation. I co-founded and lead Wildlife Insights, the largest camera trap platform in the world. I am passionate about data, statistical and parametric modeling, and the use of AI to solve the major conservation challenges of our time.
Mahreen Qazi
Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Marconi Campos-Cerqueira
Chief Science Officer
Dr. Jorge Ahumada
Treasurer | Chief Conservation & Impact Officer
Mahreen Qazi
Chief Operating Officer
I’m passionate and driven to create impact and have grown roots in the conservation space over the past decade. With 20 years of experience across tourism, hospitality, e-commerce, and consultancy, I bring forth a richness of capabilities in strategy, operations, project delivery, and stakeholder management. As a proud cat mom, I enjoy relaxing with family and close friends and am forever in pursuit of good dad jokes.
Dr. Marconi Campos-Cerqueira
Chief Science Officer
I’m a Brazilian tropical ecologist, boasting over 20 years of experience in biodiversity monitoring and conservation. Notably, I’ve spearheaded the development of Arbimon, a world-renowned ecoacoustic monitoring platform. Collaborating with academia, governments, and nonprofits, I’ve catalyzed impactful advancements in wildlife preservation, addressing the effects of land use and climate change on biodiversity. My commitment fuels pivotal transformations at the nexus of science, technology, and conservation.
Dr. Jorge Ahumada
Treasurer | Chief Conservation & Impact Officer
I’m a biologist with 30 years of experience working at the intersection of science, technology and conservation. I co-founded and lead Wildlife Insights, the largest camera trap platform in the world. I am passionate about data, statistical and parametric modeling, and the use of AI to solve the major conservation challenges of our time.
Kris Harmon
Science Projects Strategist
Biologist & GIS analyst with a MS in Conservation Ecology, interested in applying passive monitoring to understanding patterns and drivers of biodiversity. Surfer, backpacker, rock climber, fieldwork stalwart, & happiest while exploring.
Dr. Nelson Buainain
Data Science Lead
Passionate biologist & Data Scientist with a PhD in Ecology & Evolution. Protecting biodiversity by developing AI for forest monitoring. Wandering in my VW bus, I seek wilderness, rocks to climb, and delight in bird songs & guitar strings.
Dr. Gabriel Leite
Biodiversity Science Lead
Biologist & ornithologist with a PhD in Conservation. I live in Manaus and have been working with bioacoustics for many years. I like to travel and record species song. I have more than 3000 species recorded in more than 25 countries.
Dr. José Ribeiro Jr.
Quantitative Ecology Lead
Biologist passionate about unraveling biodiversity's spatial & temporal patterns. I hold an M.Sc. & Ph.D. in Ecology. Soccer is my heart's sport. On weekends, I cherish scenic drives in my old Volkswagen Beetle, enjoying nature's beauty.
Dr. Claydson Bezerra
Data Scientist
I'm a biologist and data scientist with a PhD in Zoology (ornithology) and I have over 20 years of experience. Currently, I develop AI models for conservation. I'm passionate about birds, technology, and music (especially samba).
Dr. Thiago Bicudo
Quantitative Ecologist
Biologist with a PhD in Ecology and 10+ years of experience in the Amazon. I’m focused on using PAM to tackle crucial ecological questions. When I'm not immersed in research, I enjoy slowing down and delving into the art of sourdough baking.
Guilherme Melo
Biodiversity Scientist
Biologist & ornithologist passionate about acoustic analysis. Fulfilling a lifelong dream of protecting biodiversity by identifying species for ecological research using AI models. I love traveling and recording every species I encounter.
Dr. Tomaz Melo
Biodiversity Scientist
Biologist & ornithologist, with a master's degree in Ecology and a PhD in Zoology, and a passion for photography. My goal is to expand my knowledge about the species that occur in each project to help build better AI models.
Will Armstrong
Data Scientist
A Data scientist determined to support the natural world with artificial intelligence. I hold a masters degree in Environmental Data Science and Machine Learning from Imperial College London. My free time is usually spent cooking, gaming, traveling in my campervan and making new connections.
Lola Abed
Senior Project Coordinator
I'm an environmental scientist with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Environmental Sciences. I love working out, music, and animals. Passionate about wildlife conservation, and dedicated to preserving nature for a brighter future.
Lawrence Whittaker
Fieldwork Manager
A Project Manager and Tree Climber, armed with an MSc from Imperial College London and 10 years in landscape-scale conservation, I’m passionate about remote sensing and biodiversity monitoring. After 5 years in the Peruvian Amazon, working with local communities on innovative projects, I now apply my expertise to protect and restore ecosystems worldwide.
Grigorii Nechitailo
Software Engineer
I live in Georgia, originally from Russia. I’ve been a software developer since 2014. I have worked in a lot of projects and I always search for chances to grow my professional skills. At WildMon I use what I have learned and help creating some parts of the system more efficient and scalable. In my free time I like walking in the city or in the mountains, I also like bicycling.
Sirirak Phetnit
Software Engineer
I'm a junior software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. I have a passion for front-end development and aim to provide users with a great experience when using websites. I enjoy music, coffee, poetry books, and dream of contributing to animal and nature conservation.
Somjintana Korbut
Software Engineer
A software engineer, translating code into user-friendly experiences on mobile and website. Passionate about UX and building tech for a positive impact. When I'm away from the keyboard, I enjoy cooking Thai foods & capturing sky pictures.
Lyuboslava Dimitrova
Software Engineer
I'm a software developer by career, wildlife ecologist at heart and artist by passion. I hold a BSc in Software Engineering and a MSc in Ecology. Combining my technical skills and my ecological background at WildMon to further conservation efforts is a dream come true for me. Enchanted by the beauty of nature since I was a young kid, I spend every free minute in the wild - hiking, climbing, camping, exploring.
Bhattarapong Somwong
Software Engineer
A software engineer passionate about fast software and strives to squeeze every bit of performance out on the table for us at WildMon to achieve bigger goals than we've ever done. I also enjoy reading books, traveling, and playing card games.
Ashlee Taylor
Volunteer: Marketing
Marketing Coordinator with a background in business and sustainability. Living the dream by combining both in my career. I got my start by getting involved in the nonprofit sector where I’ve been able to propel some incredible missions, teams, and projects addressing global environmental issues. I love exercising my creative skills and being surrounded by people dedicated to the betterment of our world.
Molly Webster
Volunteer: Marketing
For over a decade, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting startups, working closely with executive teams to guide them from concept to reality. Along the way, I’ve led strategic brand development and marketing initiatives that drive visibility and impact. In the past 3 years, I’ve focused on the conservation tech space, where I’m committed to merging the evolving field of AI with the urgent need for conservation action. I’m an avid traveler, always seeking new adventures and inspiration.
Tiffany Lee
Volunteer: Product
With a Master’s degree in Information, specializing in Data Science and UX Design, I am a dedicated product professional passionate about creating user-centric solutions. I lead UX research and design, ensuring our products are intuitive and impactful. Outside of work, I am passionate about running, scuba diving, and cooking plant-based food for my friends and family.
Stanislav Rassokhin
Volunteer: Systems
I’m an experienced web software engineer passionate about driving technological innovation and leading teams to success. With 14 years in the industry and expertise spanning from development, software architecture, and DevOps practices to team management and leadership, I am dedicated to achieving exceptional results in my work. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy photography, videography, and mountain biking, which allow me to explore my creative side and stay active.
Ashwin Noronha
Volunteer: Projects
Currently living and studying in the UAE, I’m a business management student. After learning about the team and work at WildMon, I’m volunteering to support impactful initiatives while lending (and growing) my skills in project coordination, organizational support, and operations. I bring ambition, excitement, and a limitless love for dogs to the team!
Dr. Layla Akkoumeh
Volunteer: Projects
I am a researcher and a Ph.D. in Finance, specializing in Corporate Responsibility and business ethics. I firmly believe in the limitless power that individuals and corporations possess to build a sustainable future.
Dr. Giulliana Appel
External Collaborator
Biologist and Bat researcher with 10 years of experience in acoustic monitoring through Amazon. I have M.Sc. and Ph.D in Ecology and actually I live in Belém (Brazil). Bioacoustics, data processing, and fieldwork are my main areas of expertise. My passions are traveling, reading sci-fi books, painting, and hiking.
Shayan Azhar
Volunteer: Strategy
A strategy and talent consultant with a background in counselling psychology and nearly 10 years of building sustainable organizations. Passionate about intersectional environmentalism, animals, behaviours, neurodiversity, and making a difference.
Sujeevan Ratnasingham
Advisor
I am a bioinformatician with two decades of experience leading pioneering informatics initiatives. I lead the design and implementation of the BOLD and mBRAVE data platforms, along with the BIN framework. My passion lies in crafting technological solutions that drive societal progress. I specialize in developing interdisciplinary solutions, particularly in managing and harnessing big-data at the intersection of DNA and computational sciences.
Diego Lizcano
Associate: Camera Traps
Wildlife biologist with 15 years' experience in mammal ecology and conservation, specializing in tropical regions. Expertise includes camera traps, bioacoustics, occupancy models, and hierarchical models for biodiversity research. Passionate about mountain tapir conservation. Enjoys wildlife photography and kite flying.
Milou Groenenberg
Associate: Conservation Data
Biologist & Conservation scientist with 10+ years’ experience in biodiversity monitoring across the globe. Skilled in managing camera trap databases with AI, designing studies, and analyzing data. Passionate about biodiversity and threat monitoring to inform evidence-based conservation programs. Enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and wildlife watching.
The Board
Yasutoshi Miyoshi
Hitachi | President of Hitachi South America
Dr. Sara Beery
MIT | Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
Dimitris Koureas
Naturalis Biodiversity Center | Managing Director for Digital/ CIO
Tanya Birch
Google | Sr. Program Manager
Chrissy Durkin
Map of Life | Chief Revenue Officer
Sara Zeidan
Kraft Heinz | Head of Agriculture & Sustainability, East Zone