Carolina Proaño-Castro assumed leadership of Fundacion Futuro toward the end of 2018 to develop and implement the new sustainability-focused strategy. Carolina was previously part of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network at Fundacion Futuro Latinoamericano, where she promoted low-emission development in Peru and Quito. She also worked with Talking Transformation (United Kingdom), mainstreaming climate change into biodiversity and development programs in international organizations such as RARE, FSC, and the IPBES.

 Carolina is a Biologist by profession. She has a Master’s Degree in Conservation Leadership from the University of Cambridge, and specializations in international affairs, development, environmental sustainability and management. She is also passionate about outdoors activities, yoga, hiking, and mountain biking.

Carolina Proaño-Castro assumed leadership of Fundacion Futuro toward the end of 2018 to develop and implement the new, sustainability-focused strategy. Carolina was previously part of the team on climate change of Fundacion Futuro Latinoamerica, promoting low-emission development in Peru and Quito. She also worked with Talking Transformation (United Kingdom), integrating the issue of climate change into biodiversity and development programs in international organzations such as RARE, FSC, and the IPBES.

Carolina is a Biologist by profession. She has a Master’s Degree in Conservation Leadership from the University of Cambridge, and specializations in international affairs, development, environmental sustainability and management. She is also passionate about open-air activities, including yoga, hiking, and mountain biking.

Felipe Andrade is a biotechnology engineer who has experience in ecology, conservation and project management.

He has worked on orchid rescue and propagation for conservation purposes, and urban vegetation management to generate better living conditions in the city of Quito.

As a nature and adventure lover, he spends much of his time traveling and exploring different ecosystems.

Carolina Davalos has significant experience in developing environmentaly friendly productive processes.

She worked in the Office of the Secretary of the Environment for the Municipality of Quito developing territorial conservation strategies.

Since she was a child, Carolina has maintained a strong connection to life in the field. She has a degree in Zootechnology from the Polytechnic Institute of Chimborazo (ESPOCH).

Nicolás Maldonado Velásquez takes on the role of Corporate Sustainability Projects Coordinator at Fundación Futuro, dedicating himself to the development and implementation of sustainable strategies. Nicolás has been an active promoter of the B Corporation ecosystem in Ecuador, underscoring the importance of a responsible and sustainable economy.

Previously, Nicolás worked diligently at Sistema B, focusing his efforts on projects in Ecuador. His experience also encompasses sustainability consulting, advising companies on their transition to more responsible and sustainable practices.

Nicolás holds an Environmental Engineering degree from Universidad San Francisco de Quito. He also has an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Universidad Esade Ramon Llull, along with certifications in corporate sustainability. His passion extends beyond the professional realm: he is an ardent advocate for impact entrepreneurship and investment, always seeking the synergy between business and respect for both the environment and society.

Gustavo is a biologist with a specialization in ecology and natural habitat restoration, and he has been involved in various biodiversity and conservation projects.

Currently, he manages the management of the Mashpi-Tayra Wildlife Refuge, an ecological reserve sustained by the Futuro Foundation.

He is passionate about nature, adventure, and documenting the natural world with his camera.