Team
The Faces Behind the Biggest Mini Forest Movement
Luís Afonso
Master Degree in Engineering, Specialist in 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.
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
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 was one of the participants.
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.
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.