Team

The Faces Behind the Biggest Mini Forest Movement

Luís Afonso

Master Degree in Engineering, Specialist in Successional Agroforestry, Miyawaki Forest, Ecosystem Regeneration, and Education for Sustainability.

Ana Laura Cruz

Master's in Cultural Management and Studies, Bachelor's in Communication, Project Executive Producer, Sustainability Communicator, and Writer.

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Miguel Pereira

Specialist in Online Marketing / Advertising / Copywriting, Geek for all things Agroforestry, Permaculture and Ecosystem Regeneration.

Susana Viçoso

Specialist in gardening and propagation, a dedicated enthusiast of permaculture and the agroforestry movement.

Marco de São Vicente

A multitalented engineer, fly fishing guide, skilled carpenter (Rustikus), and farmer—one of the first Mini Foresters in our movement!

Beni O'neill

A detail-oriented biologist passionate about giving nature space to thrive, a dedicated researcher, and an amazing cook.

Advisors

Agustín Velazquez

Founder of Ventis Analytika to support project development. Firmly convinced of the need to create new forests. Supporting the experimentation and exploration of agroforestry techniques for the creation of fast-growing edible forests.

Catarina Miguel Martins

Founder and CEO of Maroong and Drive Impact. Passionate about bringing the best out of people and their projects. Leader of Programa Relança-te, in which Biggest Mini Forest is one of the participants.

Miguel Cotton

Founder of Orchard of Flavours Botanical Garden. The project, located near Tavira, is dedicated to fruit trees and edible plants of warm climates and is accredited by Botanic Garden Conservation International.

Monica Paolizzi

Systemic Designer & Strategic Advisor for social impact organizations, supporting transformative projects. Driven to co-create meaningful initiatives that amplify positive impact and foster sustainable growth.