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Driven by a passion for Regenerative Agriculture and ecological innovation, I am Dr. Kelly Besen, dedicated to fostering transformative changes in the pivotal soils of tropical and subtropical regions. With a solid foundation anchored in a Ph.D. in Agronomy, my journey intertwines groundbreaking research with impactful initiatives, cultivating a legacy of contribution to regenerative agriculture and now working on a natural capital platform. The vision of agriculture inspires my professional ethos as a powerful agent of ecological and societal transformation. Central to this vision is Grove, where we focus on nurturing regenerative solutions, consulting for the industry and farmers, fostering a future where agriculture is a realm of sustainability and vibrant innovation. Every endeavor I embark upon is a testament to a commitment to revolutionizing agriculture through an amalgamation of technology, precise data-driven strategies, and profound community engagement. In a landscape rich with opportunity, I invite collaborators, partners, and visionaries to share a tapestry of innovation, sustainability, and transformative impact in our global agricultural practices.

Isle of Skye, Scotland, United Kingdom

Scottish Independence activist studying economics and politics to inform visions of how Scotland can thrive while prioritising wellbeing of all. Retired Social and Community Worker. Also have worked as small business owner, cleaner, carer and more,

Rio Claro, São Paulo - Brazil

Hi! My name is Edson Junior, and I am an Engineer and Environmental Technician with training focused on continuous improvement. Currently, my professional journey is oriented towards the social sector, managing projects with an emphasis on planning, impact assessment, and opportunities. Throughout my career, I have maintained continuous contact with NGOs and third-sector institutions to monitor projects and assess their impact on the target audience. However, my goal is to gain experience in the environmental field to immerse myself in the pillars of sustainability. Being part of the Deal Community is an opportunity to make connections and delve deeper into the latest environmental topics such as circular economy, reverse logistics, emerging waste management and emissions control. If possible, I hope to contribute to the dissemination of content so that more people can connect and become aware.

Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Part of the team for Ipoh Donut Economy- Ipoh Smart City under IDR.   

Lima, Peru

Manuel Pulgar-Vidal is the global leader of Climate & Energy at WWF and interim chair of the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission. He has more than 35 years of experience in environmental law and policy. He served as Minister of the Environment of Peru (2011 to 2016) and President of the Twentieth Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - COP20 in 2014.    Pulgar-Vidal was the Executive Director of the Peruvian Society for Environmental Law, an influential institution in Latin America. He has a law degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, where he is a professor, and has completed studies for a master’s degree in Business Law at the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas. He is a board member of Forest Trends, Amazon Conservation Association, Peruvian Society of Environmental Law, CARE-Peru and the Science Based Targets initiative and a member of the Assembly of the World Wide Fund for Nature - Colombia. 

Seoul, Korea

I am a Community PASTOR. I WORK in Seoul, Korea. I work for Teenager youth. I would like to learn donut economics.

Lancing, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom

I work on helping grow the field of place-sourced regenerative practitioners through regenerative learning journeys for place-based organisations. I am interested in nurturing a bioregion here in Sussex where there is already so much potential seeding across the ecological, cultural and economic landscape.  I have read donut economics and loved it - but I have not had much experience of putting the theory into action so I have joined here to learn and share ideas.

Renton, Washington

I am a high school teacher. I teach Doughnut economics in my Globalization and Sustainability course. 

i have been working with education for the past 10 year of my life bringing the ideas and products of the school of life to Brasil. we are a global organisation devoted to helping people live more fulfilled lives through developing self-concious and emotional inteligence. Prior to that i worked with  Ashoka  promoting  social entrepreneurship in Brasil, i was part of the team that founded Endeavour.org in Brasil. i executive produced an oscar nominee documentary called wasteland a co production Brasil-UK about art and the new series of Vik Muniz on garbage. 

Lyon, France

I am project manager at Métropole de Lyon, in France, working on issues related to resilience and ecological transition, with a special focus on indicators and evaluation. 

Toronto, Canada

Sergio Montero is Associate Professor of Geography & Planning and Inaugural Director of the Institute for Inclusive Economies and Sustainable Livelihoods (IIESL) at the University of Toronto, Scarborough. Dr. Montero is interested in place-based and inclusive approaches to reimagine local economic development and urban & regional planning. His research is often comparative and emphasizes thinking from the Global South and from the peripheries of economic development. His recent research has been focused on the politics and governance of urban and regional planning; on the South-South and South-North circulation, learning and adoption of international policy models and “best practices,” particularly around sustainable transport; and on local and regional economic development strategies, especially in Latin America. 

New Haven, CT U.S.A.

I am a retired agricultural scientist (specialist in entomology), director of advocacy for CT NOFA (Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut), and about to teach a college course in Biodiversity Policy for the first time. #biodiversity   

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Valence, Drôme, France

Chargée de mission mobilisation citoyenne à la fabt, un facilitateur et accompagnateur de projets à impacts, je travaille également avec ma collègue Diane Imbert sur l'organisation d'événements autour du Donut et sur un travail autour des nouveaux récits.

Surrey, UK

I'm work in a School as an LSA. I also play bass in a folk band called the Free Radicals (http://www.thefreeradicals.co.uk/).

Marseille- France

My experience revolves around innovation and change practices particularly in the fields of human ressources applied to industry,in the field of training , teaching and in the one of occupationnal integration and citizenship. My actions aim to facilitate organizations transformations taking into account the social and ecological issues.They also have for goal to help people better understand how they work and to find their way.My work is based around sociologic,psychological,neuroscientific and therapeutic approach.I m involved in associations as "the shifters" and "fresque des nouveaux récits" I also work around the part of immersive technology and AI in pedagogical approaches to involve people .I lead a prospective VR project to know our affinity and resistances to change for a sustainable future.This experience could be integrated in transformation approaches integrating donnut methodology. With a member of the DEAL we would like to deploy the Donut approach in areéas of Marseille city. I'm especially interested about #educational systems in the world,#apprenticeship,#erasmus programs,#human ressources,#transformation of organizations,#health care,#immersive learning

Stockholm, Sweden

Sweden

Currently offering strategic development and grant management services for EU based NGOs.  Passions: new economic thinking, financial regulation (fiscal, taxation, prudential, retail), permaculture systems and radical inclusion. Degrees: Masters in International Administration and Global Governance, Gothenburg University. 

Kastanievej 1, 4690 Haslev

I am a Passionate individual with a self-aligning personal development plan towards a regenerative lifestyle. August 2025 Update: Starting my hybrid business/community contribution/volunteer service offer. Trial period of 6 months; First week of month - Production of Studio Microphones; Building and Retaining skill sets of production. Second week of month - Discount/Flexible pricing Repair service; 10-20 repairs of electronics, mechanical items, plastics, wood and other household items. Inspiration and co-inspiration: Repair Cafés around the world. While ALSO providing 1 day of month free help to self-help in Repair Cafe Haslev (my home town). Week 3-4 of month: Inspiration Café Haslev - a proxy for local/global leaning; Inspired by many, including Rob Hopkins (From What Is to What If): • New relevant leadership skills: as with Inner Development Goals • Ready for mapping ideas, intentions to actions using the Imagination Sundial. • Forming workshops for awareness and future readiness and optimism/inspiration for the self-development of inner inspiration for ones own and our collective future(s).

Chiang Mai

I am a cultural manager, curator, creator and urban disruptor for regenerative change. Based in Asia for the past 15 years (Previously Hong Kong and currently in Chiang Mai!), I work through a framework of dynamic creative practice, collaboration, cultural knowledge-sharing, and thought-partnership to assist those who want to make a difference and impact in the world with their business, creations and attitudes. I have worked in event, project, and cultural management, as well as a range of creative practices in the arts for over 20 years. I have a strong interest in contemporary and innovative art practices, and how this can elevate creatives, communities, businesses and ideas into a new realm of possibility.    I am the Artistic Director of the global arts initiative Micro Galleries a founded women-centred guerilla consulting company, Urban Nasty; was co-founder and creative collaborator of arts collective Rue de la Rocket, a Director of Sydney alternative arts space The Red Rattler, an Advisor for International organisation United Sketches, and named as one of Australia's 100 Women of Influence for 2015, and one of the top 10 in Culture. 

Washington, D.C.

Expert ability to design and implement a full range of strategies, storytelling and tools to engage the public and motivate action, informed by 25 years of experience working with high-profile leaders and major organizations in the high-stakes world of politics, and by methods used by inspiring global movements.

London

Anthropology graduate now working in operations at a retrofitting startup (heat pumps!) – always seeking to learn more about the potential and power of economic design to create a just and green future.

Porto, Portugal

I am a Law student at University of Porto, Youth Leader for Disarmament Affairs at UNODA, consultant at ShARE-UP, educational youtuber and I volunteer often at different contexts. Scout and competitive debate background. Fond of Erasmus+ and the EU's mission. One of many founding members of the think thank Instituto Mais Liberdade, in Portugal. I try to be politically active both in social and economic matters, from the local to the international scenes. I still have a looot to learn and I see DEAL as a way to do so, while trying to give my own contributions. My interests and hobbies also include    .

MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR

As a dedicated member of the Doughnut Economics Action Lab, I am committed to promoting economic models that prioritize social well-being and environmental sustainability. With a background in Economics and Finance, I bring a strong analytical mindset and a passion for driving positive change in economic systems. I am eager to contribute my skills to the development and implementation of innovative economic strategies that align with the principles of the doughnut model. My academic training has equipped me with a solid understanding of economic theories, financial analysis, and quantitative methods, which I am ready to apply to real-world challenges. I am driven by a desire to explore opportunities that allow me to collaborate with like-minded professionals, conduct research on sustainable economic practices, and advocate for policies that support equitable and regenerative economic growth. I am committed to leveraging my expertise to advance the mission of the Doughnut Economics Action Lab and work towards creating a more inclusive and environmentally conscious global economy.