Our Team
Ryan Rivera
President – B.O.D
Born and raised in Corozal, Ryan’s appreciation for the marine environment developed during his studies, where he experienced the wonders of the reef…
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Lisbeth Cabral
Secretary – B.O.D
Lisbeth Cabral serves as the Tourism Expert on the Board of Directors at the Sarteneja Alliance for Conservation and Development (SACD)…
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Michael Riverol
Treasurer – B.O.D
Michael Riverol, a proud native of Corozal, has been an active participant in the financial sector for the past seven years…
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Zoe Walker
Director – B.O.D
Mrs. Zoe Walker has been an active member of the SACD Board since its establishment, and continues to provide technical assistance to SACD…
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Carolie Verde
Director – B.O.D
Carolie Verde is a proud Sartenejeña with a deep passion for education, tourism, and the Earth’s natural resources…
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Evanier Cruz
Director – B.O.D
Mr. Evanier Cruz is a former fisherman and currently a tour guide who hails from Sarteneja…
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Leobihildo Tamai
Director – B.O.D
Mr. Leobihildo Tamai (Bildo) is a Sartenejeño whose life has been focused on fishing from a very young age…
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Joel Verde
Executive Director
Joel Verde is a former fisherman from the Sarteneja community, and built his capacity as a Tour Guide.
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Samuel Barrett
Development Manager
Mr. Barrett is originally from Suffolk, England and holds an BSc in Medical Biochemistry from the University of London, UK.
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Mary Cruz
Administrative Assistant
Ms. Mary Cruz, a lifelong resident of Sarteneja Village, hails from a family of fishers and has always had a deep love for aquatic life.
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Deiden Gorosica
Finance Officer
Deiden, a local Sartenejeño, that holds Corozal Bay Wildlife Sanctuary close to his heart.
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John Doe
Finance Assistant
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Leomir Santoya
Natrural Resource Program Manager
Leomir is a skilled and multitasked professional employee looking for a challenging and responsible role in SACD….
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Miguel Heredia
Biodiversity Officer
Miguel Heredia, born a Sartenejeño, is the youngest of three siblings. His early passion for the sea led him to swim and fish…
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Abisai Verde
Education & Outreach Officer
Mr. Verde, a native of Sarteneja Village, joined SACD as a full time employee in 2014.
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Jaimilee Cruz
Community Liaison Officer
Jaimilee Cruz, a well-known figure in the village of Sarteneja, hails from a family deeply rooted in the fishing community ….
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Ivandi Perez
Communications & Multimedia Officer
Mr. Perez, a native of Sarteneja, possesses a diverse skill set and extensive experience….
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Darling Ortega
BCNP Site Manager
Darling Ortega, a native of Sarteneja, hails from a traditional fishing family and has been passionate about conservation from a young age…
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Diveana Samos
Business Manager
Diveana Samos was born and raised in Sarteneja Village. She completed her primary and secondary studies at Sarteneja La Inmaculada R.C. School …
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Ruby Arrivillaga
CBWS Head Ranger
Ruby Arrivillaga, a resident of Sarteneja Village, has transitioned from a life at sea as a fisherman to a vigilant guardian of the marine environment…
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Ronaldo Solis
CBWS Park Ranger
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Alester Sosa
CBWS Park Ranger
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