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Bella Pollen / Co Founder

Writer, journalist, Bella Pollen has worked on humanitarian projects in Central America and the Middle East. A contributor to The Financial Times, Vogue, The Economist, and The Observer, she is the best-selling author of five novels and the critically acclaimed graphic memoir: Meet me in the In-Between

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Ben Timberlake / Field Operations

Ben’s professional life has covered archaeology, military, and journalism. He has spent a large part of his life in the Middle East. He is the author of High Risk: A True Story of the SAS, Drugs, and Other Bad Behaviour. Ben studied prehistoric art and the origins of human creativity.

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Helene Fuchs / CEO

Helene is an experienced political risk consultant. She has an extensive background working in conflict-affected and post-conflict states, with a particular focus on West and North Africa and the Middle East.

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Charlie Gammel / Co Founder

Charlie’s career has spanned development, diplomacy, academia, consultancy and cultural heritage. He is the author of The Pearl of Khorasan, a study of the city of Herat. A renowned expert on Iran and Afghanistan. 

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Michael Davis / Finance Director 

Michael’s corporate career began at the BBC, where he worked primarily in commissioning radio and web content for broadcast and publication. He now works as a business change consultant, supporting inspiring people in achieving meaningful and impactful outcomes.

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