Mark led the development of the Natural Capital Protocol and was also on the board of the Social and Human Capital Coalition. Among other board and advisory positions, Mark is Co-Chair of the Impact Management Platform, is on the Steering Committee for the Global Commons Alliance and the Nature Positive Initiative, and was one of the founders of Business for Nature.

What excites Mark the most about our strategy is that it allows people to see themselves in the economic system, which is why it will succeed.

he has extensive expertise in leading diverse teams, turning new ideas into impactful projects, and managing change. Having recently completed a PhD, Mary’s practical experience is supported by a strong theoretical understanding of the shift in perspective which a multi-capitals approach makes possible.

Mary has been with the Coalition since shortly after its constitution as a Stichting (Foundation) registered in the Netherlands. She is proud to see the groundwork laid by her early work on policies and processes paying off as the organization grows. She particularly values the collaborative culture embedded across the team, which helps the Coalition thrive.

Hannah is motivated by the Coalition’s balanced approach of using hard evidence and regulation, alongside inclusive storytelling and collaboration. The 2025-35 strategy represents a strong and renewed vision from the Coalition and a bravery to engage with the fundamental fabric of how business operates.

Martine is responsible for the successful application of capitals thinking in the private sector through the delivery of many Eu-funded projects. She has 20 years of experience in the field of sustainability, ecosystem services, natural capital and organizational anthropology. Her social science expertise helps to transform the value systems that underpin our current economic system towards a system that takes the value provided by nature and people into account. She has successfully led the TEEBAgriFood for Business project that helped businesses working in the food system adopt a capitals approach.

Prior to the Capitals Coalition, Martine worked as a Project & Business Development Manager for the Ecosystem Services Partnership (ESP). She chairs the ESP Sectoral Working Group ES in Business. Her background is in cultural anthropology, and she has a master’s degree in organisational anthropology, linking sustainable practices with culture.

She is passionate about building partnerships with people from various backgrounds to support the sustainable transformation of our society, and enjoys several sports, like kiteboarding, (tour) skiing, dance, the outdoors and art.

She brings extensive experience in grant management, managing contractual obligations, and project budgeting and reporting. Ruth has developed a growing specialism in EU Horizon-funded grants and prepares the organization for audits. She enjoys strengthening team collaboration by providing tools, processes, and spaces for professional support and growth.

Ruth is excited by the ambitious strategy of Capitals Coalition and looks forward to seeing evidence that some of the most influential institutions are adopting our concepts and practice frameworks, as Capitals Coalition has helped to steer the world towards a more inclusive and sustainable economic system.

Lenka holds an MA degree in International Studies and Diplomacy and a BA degree in Development Studies and Geography from SOAS and has experienced major economic system shift during the transition from communism to late-stage capitalism. Her belief is that we can design a different system in which we can be individuals as well as an integral part of a community and in which our way of life is rooted in caring for nature.

Lenka is passionate about the twin path of transforming the inner and outer world and in co-creating a new, regenerative story and vision for the world, rooted in the custodianship of the Earth, diverse kinship, interconnectedness, and collaboration.

She has an academic background in History of Art and Photography and recently completed the London School of Economics and Political Science Masterclass in Sustainability Communication Strategies and the UnSchool online course on System Thinking.

Outside work, she loves to walk in nature, especially close to the ocean. She loves good coffee and speaking with dogs.

Stephany is a Project Manager, primarily focusing on the Value Commission and the Framework for Integrated Decision-Making, among other areas. She has been involved with the Value Commission since its inception, helping to shape and guide the project while contributing to making the impacts experienced by people more visible.

Stephany’s work experience reflects her growing technical expertise and commitment to system change. Her diverse academic background, including an MSc in Conflict Studies from LSE, a BA in Archaeology, BSc (Hons) in Physical Anthropology, and an MSc in Anatomy, informs her multidisciplinary approach to tackling complex issues.

Judit works as a Project Manager in the project technical function at Capitals Coalition, supporting the delivery of groundbreaking EU Horizon funded projects. She has a background in project management in the environmental and sustainable development sectors, and brings experience working with cross-cultural teams in both non-profit and private settings. She also works closely with a wide range of project partners to help drive nature-positive outcomes.

He has a background in engineering and industrial ecology, and previously worked as a researcher on the intersection of biodiversity loss and finance.

Outside of work, in the early mornings he is at his yoga studio, with his dog, or outdoors in nature.

Kaija works at the Coalition for the Education and Engagement function. She focuses on developing and supporting our capacity-building program and works closely with the Coalition organisations, Endorsement Partners, Trainers’ Community, and Hubs.

Kaija has a background in environmental sciences and urban studies. She has worked with urban sustainability issues with Nordic cities, municipalities and other stakeholders. Previously, she worked at the think tank Demos Helsinki, focusing on the environment and fair (urban) sustainability transformations.