People and Partners

FOUNDER

Through her international development work Jane established a community conversation model. This evolving model continues to contribute to work in poverty reduction, and community wellbeing.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Annie serves as the Executive Director of LOWO, where she seeks to create partnerships to promote the LOWO methodology of facilitated community dialogue.

SENIOR ADVISOR

Born in Ethiopia, Isaac has over thirty years of experience in community and organizational development, management, and leadership. His main expertise includes organizational and food security.

ADVISOR

Katie Embree is Vice President for Planning and Strategy, Chief of Staff to the President, and Secretary of Teachers College, Columbia University.

ADVISOR

Glynn is a former World Bank staff member, Advisor to the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, and Chief Technical Advisor for Civil Service Reform in Tanzania.

ADVISOR

Stan has more than 30 years in the United Nations. His work is related to the production and advancement of the ICPD Programme of Action.

SENIOR ADVISOR

James holds a BA from Colgate University, attended the San Francisco Art Institute, and did graduate work in Architectural Preservation at Columbia University.

ADVISOR

Nick has volunteered with the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) for years, providing digital and communications support as a member of its Young Professional Advisory Board.