Visionaries

Meet our esteemed Panel of Visionaries – a diverse team of global leaders and experts dedicated to driving innovation, sustainability and transformation across agricultural and environmental sectors. With decades of combined experience in plantation management, biotechnology, agronomy, and strategic leadership, each member brings a unique perspective and deep expertise. From founding and directing pioneering initiatives to implementing sustainable practices in major agro-industrial firms, these thought leaders are united by a common goal – to create lasting impact through regenerative development, community empowerment and ecological stewardship

DR. SHERMAL PERERA

DR. SHERMAL PERERA

FORTE • Controller & Strategist,
Restructuring, Mergers & Acquisitions,
Environment/Sustainability

HOWARD JAMES SARGEANT

HOWARD JAMES SARGEANT

FORTE • Agronomy, Plantation Operations Rehabilitation, Multicrop Knowledge

DR. TRISTAN DURAND-GASSELIN

DR. TRISTAN DURAND-GASSELIN

FORTE • Genetic Resources Expert, Plant Breeder & Agronomist

PROF. ANDY PORTER

PROF. ANDY PORTER

FORTE • Leading Scientist, Biotechnologist, Spin Out Specialist, Angel Investor

DR. ANA BEYSOYLU

DR. ANA BEYSOYLU

FORTE • Global Investment Strategist, International Lawyer, Asset Management & Emerging Markets Specialist

DR. ATHAN FOX

DR. ATHAN FOX

FORTE • Green Chemist, Innovator, Serial Entrepreneur, Renewable Energy