Tatiana is a seasoned economist with over a decade of experience in the financial markets, contributing her expertise to leading institutions such as B3 (Brazilian Stock Exchange), various Brokerage Houses, and Investment Banks. Her career is distinguished by a significant international footprint, including a pivotal 4-year tenure at Procter & Gamble in Costa Rica as a Category Supply Manager for Fabric Enhancer, and 5 years in Peru where she engaged with the local culture and economy, sharing her insights through a well-followed travel blog, “Cup of Things.”

Public Relations executive specialized in Sustainability (Fundação Dom Cabral – FDC) with solid experience in corporate reputation, strategic communication, sustainability, governance, and institutional positioning. Worked with leading organizations such as Vale, Casa da Moeda do Brasil, Firjan, and Caliber, delivering measurable results in reputation, engagement, crisis governance, and digital transformation.

Co-author of Mulheres ESG and Gestão da Reputação. Advisory board member at Instituto Evolux, investor and advisor to Simplifica.CI (acquired by Prodigy). Consultant in Reputation & ESG at We Plan Before (Brazil & UK) and professor at Escola Aberje. Volunteer and mentor at Vai na Web and Gerando Falcões.

Márcia is the Country Director of the Green Initiative in Switzerland and is responsible for coordinating relations between our organization and the United Nations, as well as being the coordinator of the Carbon Neutral Tourism and Climate Action initiatives in ESG Funds. Her experience has shown her that success is measured through the positive impact that is generated for the benefit of the planet.

Claudia is the Country Director of the Green Initiative in Brazil and responsible for coordinating relations with Private Guilds and Civil Society Organizations. Enterprising and pragmatic, she found in the foundations of the Green Initiative a way to make a positive impact on reducing, sequestering and neutralizing carbon emissions around the world.

Roberta Varriale is a senior researcher at ISMed–CNR, expert in cultural heritage as a driver of local development. She has led major institutional projects—including Underground Space for Territories Knowledge and Enhancement—and coordinated international collaborations with Brazil, Japan and Peru. She has supported over 40 cooperation agreements with municipalities, geoparks and heritage authorities.

Author of 100+ publications and two monographs, Roberta is a frequent speaker at global conferences, serves on local commissions, is an ICOMOS member, and reviews for MDPI journals (Sustainability, Land, Heritage).

Erika supports all certification cycle processes assuring compliance with international standards and protocols. Erika is an environmental engineer with a solid technical background conducting certification processes in public and private organizations.

Virna is a member of the technical unit and supports the certification cycle process by helping to measure the carbon footprint and carbon capture of our clients. She is also in charge of developing the Green Initiative Mitigation Solutions unit. Virna has a great passion for innovation and has a background in Environmental Engineering.

Musye is responsible for the systematization of processes and best practices that provide Green Initiative with a competitive edge. Based on her solid carbon footprint assessment and mitigation expertise, she plays a key role in supporting public and private organizations to set goals and monitor their climate performance through science-based targets. Musye is a multi-task executive who stands out for her quality advisory services.

Fabiana is a versatile software engineer driving backend and frontend development with a strong focus on AI, data science, and cybersecurity. She combines technical expertise with a creative mindset, leading projects with innovation and adaptability. Fabiana is a passionate learner and problem-solver, committed to building solutions that are both impactful and sustainable.

Matheus leads all external and internal monitoring and client performance evaluation processes. Matheus is a goal-getter and passionate engineer with a solid and sustainable business development drive.

Frédéric is an expert in climate change and biodiversity law and policy with 15 years of experience working with governments, intergovernmental organizations, companies and non-governmental organizations on climate and biodiversity topics. He is responsible for aligning the Green Initiative’s standards and services with international obligations and best practices in carbon offsetting, corporate ESG reporting, and sustainability certification.

Yves is a marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and sustainability advocate with a track record of building high-impact brands and campaigns. As CMO of Green Initiative, he leads global projects that advance climate and nature-positive action. He is responsible for Green Initiative’s communications, web development, e-commerce, and social media, ensuring cohesive and results-driven strategies.

With a background in Systems Engineering, Omar is part of the IT team; Omar is responsible for developing Green Initiative IT applications. He is responsible for effectively integrating technology into Green Initiative tools and solutions.

Marc leads climate mitigation and nature-based solutions at Green Initiative, directing the unit’s strategic and technical development and managing a portfolio that spans the mitigation hierarchy, including emissions reduction, insetting, high-integrity offsetting, and ecological restoration. His work emphasizes alignment with international standards and guidance from organizations such as ISO, the GHG Protocol, and the IPCC. He also drives institutional engagement with multilateral development banks, UN organizations, public agencies, standards bodies, and non-profit partners to support project development and resource mobilization.

Giovanni is an engineer, business leader, and Interamerican Federation of Industries Director. Executive Director of the Ecuador Water Conservation Trust and Senior Consultant for the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean- CAF, Conservation International, and UNCTAD in bio-economy, bio trade, and climate finance.

Sebastian is a conservation strategist, policy architect, and climate finance leader with 30 years experience spanning government, business, and NGOs. Drives transformative change through proven expertise in advancing environmental and sustainability action across the UN, government/private sector, and civil society. Adept at establishing transformative change processes, including planning and organizing public-private partnerships to inform policy processes, utilizing advanced financial techniques and donor coordination for long-term sustainable outcomes.
Helped set targets and accountability mechanisms for multilateral environmental processes, with expertise in climate change, biodiversity, food systems, wildlife management, and innovative sustainable finance. Proficient at leading corporate executives and building long-lasting relations that unlock climate-smart investment opportunities and reduce financing costs for businesses committed to net-zero emissions.
Serves Vice President emeritus of Global Footprint Network, and past Director General of CIC. Recent advisory work includes leading consultation for Action Plan for UN Decade for Ecosystem Restoration and serving as Global Crop Diversity Trust’s Head of Partnerships, establishing $400M Endowment Fund.
At Green Initiative, leads European climate finance strategies and business development initiatives that help organizations integrate climate action at the core of their business models, achieve compliance with global value chains, and gain recognition through climate leadership while contributing to ecosystem restoration and biodiversity recovery.

Chipiliro Katundu brings over 20 years of transformative leadership across financial services, digital innovation, and sustainable development. He has served as a Bank CEO, held senior leadership roles across Africa, and served on bank boards—consistently driving financial inclusion and sustainable growth across the continent.

As Founder of Gigatt, a supply chain technology company, Chipiliro partners with corporates and banks to enhance efficiency, unlock liquidity, and promote sustainability in business ecosystems. His work reflects a deep commitment to building resilient supply chains and advancing green, future-focused solutions for Africa and beyond.

In his role as Director of Climate Finance for East and Southern Africa, Chipiliro focuses on strengthening climate finance solutions that expand access to resources and partnerships. His mission is to empower local communities, businesses, and governments to accelerate climate resilience and unlock sustainable opportunities for growth.

Alberto is the Latin America Relationship Director and responsible for supervising Green Initiative’s climate certification cycle. Alberto is passionate about promoting the overcoming of poverty, gender equity and the development of new business models that have a positive contribution to biodiversity and the climate.

Érico Mendonça is a seasoned expert in Brazilian tourism with over 35 years of experience. He has held prominent roles, including Secretary of Culture and Tourism for Salvador da Bahia, Superintendent of Tourism Investments for Bahia and coordinator of the PRODETUR program, as CEO of Prima S.A., Érico led innovative tourism-real estate projects. Currently works as a Senior Consultant for Tourism Development Projects. He co-authored the Brazilian Climate Action Guide for Tourism Destinations, emphasizing sustainability in tourism. He has also authored several works on tourism’s impact on socioeconomic development and real estate in Brazil.

enzo supports all certification cycle processes assuring compliance with international standards and protocols. Renzo is an experience engineer, with an international track record conducting certification processes in public and private organizations.

Alfonso is an expert in climate action, being one of UNFCCC endorsed experts worldwide. Alfonso is a high-level professional with a proven record of working with national and subnational government institutions and the private sector. He is Green Initiative Head of Carbon Management.

orge is responsible for ITS development for climate impact monitoring and reporting, which supports Green Initiative certification cycle implementation worldwide. Jorge develops tailored made solutions which provide a unique experience to our clients.

João brings with him over 4 years of experience in the financial market. He is currently pursuing a degree in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering at the Federal Fluminense University in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. João joins Green Initiative with the goal of combining his technical expertise with his passion for environmental projects.