Paula Vlamings
Founder
Listen first. Respect planet and people. Enjoy the adventure!
For over 10 years, Paula Vlamings has worked at the intersection of tourism and sustainability. Her 10 years in politics prior to moving into the sustainability world provided her with a unique set of skills in diplomacy, fundraising, and cross-sector collaboration. She excels at breaking down complex issues and forging a path forward, while building consensus along the way. She believes big change can happen in a purpose centric economy. As the head of a global foundation, she harnessed the power of its corporate entity through innovation and strategic partnerships to dramatically scale impact. She has traveled to over 70 countries on all 7 continents and is an international speaker on sustainable tourism.
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In 2014, Paula finally realized a wild travel dream - to drive from San Francisco to Tierra del Fuego, literally the end of the world. For 2 years, she and her husband lived a nomad life, slowly and deliberately, through 17 countries and 24 border crossings. Every mile is chronicled at www.OurBiggerPicture.com.
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The power of connection at the perfect moment can change a life. Paula’s extensive network and field experience bring people and planet together through tourism to create communities for learning, partnership, and impact.
Kristin Coates
Chief Experience Designer
Keep it real. Connect deeply with the culture and the people. Preserve nature. Have fun!
For 20 years, Kristin Coates has created one-of-a-kind, award-winning destinations and guest experiences in the American parklands, the Central American rainforest, the Fijian Islands, and other extraordinary places on the Earth. A seasoned strategy, communications and marketing expert, she works at the intersection of tourism, hospitality and conservation.