Carlos Zegarra is a seasoned biologist with interdisciplinary training in comunications, media relations, and civic engagement. As the Executive Director at Sachamama, he spearheads initiatives that raise awareness and drive tangible actions addressing climate and environmental challenges. His work focuses on cultivating Latino leadership within the climate movement, recognizing the crucial role that diverse perspectives and voices play in shaping just and sustainable solutions. Beyond his work at Sachamama, Carlos collaborates in various efforts, ranging from international high-profile events like the Conference of Parties (COPs) to national campaigns, ensuring Latino perspectives are prominently featured in discussions shaping policies and initiatives.

As a professional photographer and lover of wildlife, Pablo Cersosimo is committed to approaching his work with responsibility and respect for the lives of small and big creatures and their habitat in their daily struggle for survival. At the moment, Pablo’s work is focused on organizing and guiding photographers and nature enthusiasts in various places in Latin American countries such as Argentinian and Chilean Patagonia, Pantanal in Brazil, Galapagos in Ecuador and northern coast of Chile and Atacama Desert through his company Wild. South Photography

National Geographic Explorer and photographer focused on Florida’s hidden wild. ChoZen Air joins forces with Carlton Ward Jr. of wildpath to raise awareness and funds to protect the Florida Wildlife Corridor. Our seaplane expeditions showcase the impact suburban sprawl is having on our local ecosystems and the need to increase conservation efforts. Together we’re committed to conserving 1,000,000 acres of the Florida Wildlife Corridor, with specific emphasis on protecting the headwaters to the Everglades directly west of ChoZen Retreat.

Paola Espitia, M.Sc. is energizing a sea of Wavemakers. For two decades, she worked to understand and conserve coral reef ecosystems as a marine ecologist. Her research led her to dive Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Belize’s Barrier Reef, and Cuba’s Jardines de la Reina National Park. But when she realized she could make a bigger impact by using her voice, she became a Speaker-at-Sea cruising over 30,000 nautical miles aboard world-class cruise lines educating thousands of people about ocean conservation. Today, Paola is Chozen's ocean expert and paddle guide.

Ximena, Tony & Aki Cho | CHOZEN FOUNDERS

Ximena & Tony are passionate stewards of the environment. The indigenous wisdoms of Seven Generations planning informs their supportive actions and initiatives. Together they are dedicated to being good ancestors and amplifying indigenous voices, building awareness for environmental and indigenous causes, wildlife preservation as well as mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.