Meet the DEAL Community

London

Hello! I have been exposed with a variety of topics throughout my high school debate career. Decided to major in Economics because it gives me a deeper understanding of motivation and purpose of individuals/societies.  Graduated in Economics from King’s College London in 2022, satisfied with the opportunity to be able to explore a lot of economic history and political economy.  Currently passionate in economics, history, psychology, neuroscience and classic literature! I believe that we can do better for our world :)

Uruapan, Michoacan, Mexico

Hello to everyone, my name is Alfonso Martinez. I am a Mexican businessperson who is deeply interested in circular economy and public policy. Actually, I lead the teams of a textile recycling company, Marves; a cardboard recycling company, Agrovim; and an used garments collecting company, Recolecto. I participate in another ventures related to sustainable purposes, working with local and international leading companies. I strongly believe that sustainable economic practices are crucial to creating a better future for our communities and I am committed to doing my part to make this vision a reality. I participate in private sector organizations locally and nationally. I'm excited to get involved in DEAL, learn and collaborate with others. 

Virginia, US

Llangynidr, South Wales, UK

Editor at Latin America Bureau - UK-based non-profit publisher and website conveying the voices of those working for progressive social change in Latin America. Lived in Chile and author of books on Coca-Cola workers and a returned refugee community in El Salvador. Interested in documenting and helping to promote Doughnut Economics projects and themes across Latin America

Chicago, Illinois

I have been a high school environmental science and biology teacher at Prosser Career Academy for 20 years. I try to teach science through the lens of individual health, social justice and global environmental issues. My students have taught me a lot, but I think the most important thing is that without a real caring relationship between people, learning cannot happen. It is personal and emotional, and if it isn’t, then people probably aren’t learning very much.  The non profit I run called Chicago Farm Lab allows me to teach authentic, hands-on lessons about plants and animals, ecology, sustainable agriculture, self sufficiency, examples of entrepreneurship in local agriculture and so much more.

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK

Aware since I found the World Service when I was 9yrs old, that our way of living is fundamentally flawed.  Studied Permaculture and Sustainable Land Use at Ragmans Lane Farm with the amazing Patrick Whitefield and Sarah Pugh.  Now studying an in depth online course with the best title; "Towards a Cooperative Commonwealth - Transition in a Perilous Century"  Looking to help precipitate vital change :)

Ecuador

BioKulture designer and Katalyzer of Indigenous R&D and nature-based solutions.

Otley, West Yorkshire

I am involved with the East of Otley Action Group by making an "Exemplary Plan" of what the development would look like if it was a just and safe space for man and nature to thrive. I am a retired teacher of A Level Design and Technology, Art and Photography. I am especially interested in holistic community design at the moment. I am a Labour activist, standing as a candidate for Otley Town Council in May's elections.

Haltwhistle and its 10 surrounding parishes, Northumberland, England

I’m a volunteer doing my best to help everyone in our community to thrive, to embrace change for the good of everyone and the planet and to live a happy and sustainable lifestyle. I believe the ideas and thoughts of those living and working in a community are important and should drive activity rather than outsiders who try to make money from our communities and don’t care. 

Dublin

Interaction & Research Designer

San Jose, California

I currently work as a business coach, helping teams and organizations become more adaptive. I've also co-founded and nurtured a meetup group to grow to more than 3000 individuals.  I'm interested in fostering Land Based Community employment options. What value exchange options arise from taking a regenerative approach rather than an extractive approach with both land and people? What would it take to attract and guide people to deep prosperity? #regeneration, #permaculture ,  #cohousing, , #games,  

South Dublin County Council

I'm a local Green county councillor, representing Firhouse Bohernabreena in South County Dublin, Ireland.

London

In my current role at Quantum5, I am responsible for supporting businesses to balance profits with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibilities. I lead our global engagement and relationships with the United Nations Global Compact Network Pakistan and provide businesses, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and agencies with customised analysis, guidance, and support to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to tackle #climate change, particularly focusing on reducing inequalities, achieving net-zero, and creating sustainable economic growth.    I have also taken the lead in developing a hybrid #SDG and #ESG Assessment tool for the United Nations Global Compact Network Pakistan, using a tech platform for businesses to better understand the UN’s SDGs and to help companies springboard their sustainability ambitions by assessing their sustainability baseline and next steps to drive the UN’s 2030 agenda forward. 

Gloucestershire

Writing my masters dissertation with doughnut at the very heart of it!

Roanoke, Virginia USA

I am the economic development coordinator for Total Action for Progress - a Community Action Agency serving 5 counties in Southwestern Virginia. I create programs and design projects to alleviate poverty and serve low-income people in our service area. Check us out at www.tapintohope.org .

Los Angeles, California, USA

I am retired from working in the water policy, watershed management field in Southern California. Water has always been and is increasingly a scarce resource here. It seems to me that the mindset of those charged with managing water has for too long been that there is always more water somewhere. We are now realizing that is not true. I have also wondered what an economy not based on consumerism would look like. Doughnut Economics provides a theory for such an economy. I am keenly interested in learning ways that theory can be put into practice.

Argentina

Cartoonist, actor, writer and director

Albania

Llambi Prendi is a Lector in the Department of Economics Science at “Aleksander Moisiu” University, where he has been since 2012. From 2016 to 2020 he served as Deputy Dean.  He received a B.S. from Tirana University in 2010, and an M.S. from the State University of Durres. He received his Ph.D. in Economics Science from “Aleksander Moisiu” University in 2016. He previously held the position of Brand Manager; Century 21, Vice Director; Abissnet, Member of the supervisory board; Tirana Stock Exchange and FAF.sha. His research interests span both Macroeconomics and Microeconomics. Much of his work has been on improving the understanding and application of econometrics in the field of macroeconomics and microeconomics. In his current position at UAMD, he lectures the following courses: Fundamentals of Microeconomics, Advances Microeconomics, Fundamentals of Macroeconomics, Advances Macroeconomics for bachelor students, and Managerial Economics for master students. He currently coordinates the financial aspect of the MAGNET Project, a CBHE Project in which Aleksander Moisiu University is a partner institution.  Dr. Prendi, participates in MEP&M CBHE Project as an invited lecturer in New Joint Regional Master developed between 2 Albanian Universities and 1 Montenegrin University. Also, he participates in 6 working groups on 3 COST Actions Projects.

Saint John, NB, Canada

Edinburgh

I am an executive and team coach specializing in providing services to the non-profit and social enterprise sectors.  Before coaching I had a career as a leader in international development.  I have strong personal connections with Sudan and have worked in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. My leadership work in the arena of poverty and crisis have made me a passionate advocate for the inclusion of all voices in the realization of rights-based, sustainable change both inside the organisation and with those it serves. We all share the same planet and our living and thriving depends on using our resources collaboratively and purposefully.   Now as a member of the Climate Coaching Alliance I am looking to support my clients as they think towards being part of the Wellbeing Economy we need. Being in the DEAL community seems to make perfect sense!

Freiburg im Breisgau

I am a student of economics and would like to become a teacher for secondary school students. During my studies I came across the problem of growth and I want to learn more about circular economy systems. I believe that there is an alternative to capitalism and that our economic system needs to change to a healthy system where we neither exceed the limits of our planet nor fall into a lack of basic needs. The Doughnut is a good and easy to understand model that I would like to convey as a serious alternative to the traditional economic model of the 20th century.  

Gold Coast, Australia

Enabling the circular economy in Australia by promoting collaboration and platforming the pioneers designing out waste and pollution, keeping resources in use, and regenerating our natural systems. 

Bainbridge Island WA

Missioner for Climate Justice for Olympia Diocese, COP delegate at Glasgow and Sharm el Sheikh, Third Act,  Climate Compassion Director for Maqasid Institute,  Climate Advisor for my city, and struggling gardener.

Adelaide, Australia

I'm a systems and service designer working in sustainable futures. I have an M.Des. in Strategic Foresight and Innovation and am interested in inspiring climate action through the creation of hopeful narratives of climate futures.  I am the Chapter Lead of the Australian chapter of Climate Designers, connecting design professionals who are passionate about climate action.