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Alexander is Head of Purpose at Mishcon de Reya, where he provides strategic Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advice. He was the founding CEO of Stop Ivory and head of the Secretariat to the inter-governmental Elephant Protection Initiative. He joined Tusk’s Board in 2014, and was appointed Chairman in 2020.
Alexander Rhodes OBE (Chairman) 

Alexander Rhodes OBE (Chairman) 

Trustee

Susan is a Research Associate specialising in conservation biology within Oxford University’s Department of Zoology, and the Director of the Tusk-supported Mali Elephant Project (an initiative of WILD Foundation and ICFC). She has been a Trustee since 2014.
Dr Susan Canney

Dr Susan Canney

Trustee

Stuart has 35+ years of expertise in financial markets. He was the co-founder and longtime CEO of Autonomous Research LLP. Stuart is currently a Board member at ING Group. He has been a Tusk supporter since the early 2000s. Stuart joined the Tusk Board in 2026.
Stuart Graham

Stuart Graham

Trustee

Beatrice is a strategic communications specialist with over 25 years of experience covering the African continent as both a journalist for the BBC and Reuters and as a communications professional with UNICEF, Oxfam, and the African Wildlife Foundation. Beatrice joined the Board in 2021.
Beatrice Karanja

Beatrice Karanja

Trustee

Yamina is a distinguished diplomat who served as the Rwandan High Commissioner to the UK from 2016-2021, where she effectively promoted and strengthened bilateral and multilateral relations. She joined the Board in 2024.
Yamina Karitanyi

Yamina Karitanyi

Trustee

Jason Knauf LVO is CEO of The Earthshot Prize. He has worked for 20+ years in communications and philanthropy, including as Chief Executive of The Royal Foundation and Global Leadership Fellow at Conservation International. He joined the Tusk Board in 2026.
Jason Knauf

Jason Knauf

Trustee

Nick is an investor and philanthropist with a passion for wildlife conservation and youth sports. He is a long time supporter of Tusk and has been a trustee since 2021.
Nick Maughan CBE

Nick Maughan CBE

Trustee

Jill spent her executive career in investment banking, concentrated on M&A and senior roles in Group Strategy. In 2018 she joined the Prudential Regulation Committee of the Bank of England as an External Member. She joined the Tusk Board in 2021.
Jill May BEM

Jill May BEM

Trustee

Jessica is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, runner, facilitator, and multi-passionate creative. A friend and supporter of Tusk since 2017, she has participated in the Lewa Safari Marathon annually, building teams of runners to join her efforts. She joined the Tusk Board in 2024.
Jessica Robinson

Jessica Robinson

Trustee

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