Strategy, Storytelling & Structure for Purpose-Driven Conservation Work

Bringing Experience, Insight & Strategy to Your NPO
Hi, I’m Ashley and I’ve spent the last 5 years deeply involved in the spaces where conservation, community, and real-world impact intersect. From hands-on reserve work to founding and running my own NPO, PAWZ Africa. I’ve seen what it takes to protect wild places, but I’ve also seen how many incredible organizations struggle behind the scenes.
That’s where I come in
I partner with:
- Conservation NGOs that need structure, systems, or strategic support
- Private or community reserves looking to expand their impact
- Project teams needing help with branding, donor communication, or storytelling
- Foundations or leaders navigating scale, funding, or team clarity
Whether you’re a one-person operation or a well-established outfit, I can help you build a more effective, compelling, and sustainable organization.
As a solo consultant, I bring you:
✅ 20+ years of experience in energy, property, business and conservation
✅ Proven success in launching and running purpose-led ventures
✅ Hands-on knowledge of what works and what doesn’t in the African conservation space
✅ A practical, partner-style approach — I’ll work with you, not just advise from the sidelines

Why Clients Trust Me
Because I’ve sat where you’re sitting.
I’ve balanced budgets, built boards, run patrols, pitched donors, designed campaigns, trained volunteers, and helped move conservation from passion projects into working systems. I’ve also made the mistakes and know how hard it is to do it all alone.
What I offer is a rare mix of field credibility, business acumen, and creative communication. I’ll help you cut through the noise, get focused, and grow your impact with clarity.
Let’s Collaborate
If your organisation is doing good work, but you need a bit of extra fuel, structure, or outside insight to take it further then let’s connect.
Let’s build something meaningful for your organisation, and for wild Africa.