Team Align with Africa is led by a cross-continental team grounded in deep expertise and lived experience. Ria Pullin (Founder & CEO) is a storyteller and strategist with an MBA in International Leadership & Marketing and a background spanning innovation, entertainment, and nonprofit impact. She brings sharp communication skills and a deep commitment to systems change and narrative power. Akinyi Awora (Strategic Partner, Kadana Foundation) is a globally respected leader in African-led development and architect of the DALE Framework. With 10+ years of experience in over 12 countries, she anchors Align’s work in local wisdom and movement building. JD Msyoki (Director of Operations, Kadana Foundation) is a climate-smart agricultural systems leader with a decade of experience s