Meet the Team
The Wildlife Foundation team is made up of dedicated conservationists. We grew up on and around the land that is now the Naretunoi Community Conservancy. We are personally invested in wildlife prosperity and mitigating human-wildlife conflict.
John Sinkeet Solonka
Field Director
“I am a father of 3 lovely kids, a masters degree holder, and am from Kitengela.
Conserving wildlife is my passion, TWF gives me opportunity to do so.”
Joseph Tuleto Kishapui
Community Liaison Officer
“I am a professional with over 14 years of experience in working with communities on wildlife conservation and human wildlife conflicts mitigation. I’m a highly skilled specialist with diverse skills in community conservation, renewable energy and climate change project management. I appreciate how TWF encourages community participation in tackling the problems that face them, and instills a confidence to join with others.”
Lenah Ncharo
Camp Manager
“I am lady, a wife, and a mother of three. I am from Empakasi sub location.
I like working here because TWF devotes itself to the community and wildlife around it.”
Daniel Kimiti Suyianka
Electrician/Scout
“I was born and raised in Empakasi and I am a member of Naretunoi Conservancy. I like working for TWF because conservation is my passion.”
Mrs. Joan Sikand, Esq.
Development Coordinator
Mrs. Sikand holds a B.A. from Brandeis University and a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law. She has been serving TWF since 2000 and has long adopted Kenya as home. She is married with two adult children.
Chairman of the Board
Ed Loosli
Former NFL and Sports Illustrated photographer turned conservationist, Mr. Loosli is a graduate of Colorado College. He is a life-long wildlife conservationist with an impressive track record of conservation wins in both the U.S. and Kenya. He is the founder of The Wildlife Trust (USA) and a founding Board Member of The Wildlife Foundation (Kenya), dividing his time between Oregon, USA, and Kenya.
“I believe The Wildlife Foundation has proven abilities to innovate and motivate others in conserving Kenya’s wildlife living outside national parks and other protected areas.”
Other Board Members
Davinder Sikand – Vice-chairman
Benson Mutunkei – Director & Senior Community Member
Nickson Parmisa – Director & Local Chief
Philip Osano – Director & Academic