Meet the Team
Conservation. Community. People.
Meet the people working behind conservation, protected-area management, community engagement and meaningful experiences in Northern Belize.
The People Behind Conservation
SACD’s work is made possible by a dedicated team of board members, managers, conservation professionals, administrative staff and community members who work together to protect Belize’s natural resources and support sustainable livelihoods.
Our team brings together local knowledge, professional expertise and a deep connection to Northern Belize.
Our Board provides leadership, guidance and oversight for SACD’s conservation and development work.
Ryan Rivera
President – B.O.D
Lisbeth Cabral
Secretary – B.O.D
Michael Riverol
Treasurer – B.O.D
Zoe Walker
Director – B.O.D
Carolie Verde
Director – B.O.D
Evanier Cruz
Director – B.O.D
Leobihildo Tamai
Director – B.O.D
Joel Verde
Executive Director
Leomir Santoya
Natrural Resource Program Manager
Darling Ortega
BCNP Site Manager
Diveana Samos
Business Manager
Deiden Gorosica
Finance Officer
Abisai Verde
Education & Outreach Officer
Miguel Heredia
Biodiversity Officer
Jaimilee Cruz
Community Liaison Officer
Nazlie Verde
Finance Assistant
Mary Cruz
Administrative Assistant
Jemayel Verde
CBWS Head Ranger
Reynel Blanco
CBWS Ranger
Juleidy Munoz
CBWS Ranger
Diego Us
CBWS Ranger
Gamaliel Tun
CBWS Ranger
Gian Ramclam
BCNP Ranger
Karen Pech
BCNP Ranger
More Than a Team
Conservation is a collective effort. Our work depends on people with different skills, experiences and connections to Northern Belize.
Meet the Team
Conservation. Community. People.
Meet the people working behind conservation, protected-area management, community engagement and meaningful experiences in Northern Belize.
Meet the Team
Conservation. Community. People.
Meet the people working behind conservation, protected-area management, community engagement and meaningful experiences in Northern Belize.