Sheraz is our visionary CEO and founder, and believes sustainability must be built on practical action, not statements. His interest comes from seeing how much can be achieved when the right ideas, people and systems come together with discipline. Kyoto reflects his commitment to creating projects that work on the ground and deliver lasting value for communities. He has extensive experience in creating strategic and commercial relationships, having developed partnerships with regional, national and international organisations including SMEs, large organisations, government agencies and European bodies. He also has a portfolio of businesses across a variety of sectors. Sheraz has set up businesses across a wide variety of sectors, including tech, property and e-commerce as well as developing one of the largest independent business networks in the UK. He has also represented the Yorkshire business community in national and international media. These businesses have won various industry awards over the years and Sheraz was listed as one of Insider Magazines 42 under 42. Sheraz is the founder of Kyoto Network and leads the business from the front with a hands on approach.

Amro’s motivation comes from years of working across emerging markets and he has seen first-hand how environmental stress affects livelihoods. He believes finance and technology can accelerate meaningful change and believes sustainability needs to be driven by strong governance, clear data and long-term thinking. His work at Kyoto is centred on building projects that are both credible and genuinely useful to the regions they serve. Amro is a financial aervices industry strategist with over 20 years of global markets experience gained during his tenure as a regional and global director of multiple tier 1 publicly traded financial firms as well as his advisory role to multiple start-ups. Amro writes for Forbes Magazine and is a frequent guest on many of the leading regional and global financial media outlets such as Euro News, Bloomberg, CNBC, Al Arabia, and SkyNews. He is also a frequent speaker at industry events on topics related to the global markets, Fintech, Blockchain technology, and future economic trends. He is spearheading Kyoto's growth in the Middle East and African geographies.

Mick is passionate about sustainability because he has spent his career helping organisations navigate risk, and he sees climate risk as the defining challenge of this generation. He believes businesses must adapt their practices to protect both economic stability and community wellbeing. At Kyoto, he brings a disciplined, long-term view to building projects that remain resilient and valuable for decades. Mick boasts more than 25 years experience in the Customer Services and Operational Management industry, including holding the prestigious role of being Customer Services Director for a FTSE 250 company. He has been responsible for over 1,000 employees in Contact Centres across the world and has a wealth of knowledge in e-commerce and IT.

Ghulam’s interest in sustainability stems from seeing how environmental challenges and community wellbeing are closely linked. He believes projects must be grounded in local realities and supported by strong oversight. At Kyoto, he works to ensure each initiative delivers meaningful and durable benefits. With nearly 20 years’ experience of delivering projects at all scales, his experience started with the Utilities Sector in the UK and he has since moved into Renewable Energy over the last few years. His own ethos aligns closely with that of the Kyoto Network – to deliver impactful change to a high standard.

Sonali’s interest in sustainability is rooted in her belief that the world’s most urgent challenges can be solved through practical, data-led change. With a background in technology and innovation, she sees climate action as an opportunity to modernise industries in ways that benefit both people and the planet. She is driven by the aim of making sustainable solutions accessible, measurable and scalable. Sonali is a banker turned sustainability expert, bringing a unique blend of financial acumen and environmental knowledge to the team. Her expertise spans managing forwards, derivatives hedging, financial risk and regulatory compliance, ensuring smooth treasury operations. In addition to her banking background, Sonali has pursued academic training in sustainability and environmental management, covering areas such as environmental law, clean technologies, GHG accounting, sustainability reporting frameworks, and sustainability best practices. This combination of skills enables her to drive innovative and environmentally conscious strategies, offering a distinctive perspective to projects.

Lynne is drawn to sustainability because she believes well-designed systems can transform both operations and outcomes for communities. Throughout her career she has seen the difference that careful planning and strong execution make. As Kyoto Network’s Compliance Officer, she oversees governance, regulatory alignment and internal quality standards across all projects. Her work ensures that every initiative meets the required environmental, operational and reporting expectations, and that Kyoto’s commitments are delivered with clarity, integrity and accountability.Lynne has extensive experience in Operations, Recruitment, Training, Quality and HR. Her career has included the management of large-scale seasonal recruitment and training for the Call Centre, Warehousing and Security industry sectors.

Abena Akoto Agyei is an Executive Assistant at Kyoto Network, where she supports the leadership team in driving strategic initiatives and international collaborations. She has a strong interest in sustainability & Net Zero solutions and is committed to advancing green growth and innovation through effective partnerships.

Kemya Nayyar is an Executive Assistant at Kyoto Network, where she supports the leadership team and ensures smooth day-to-day operations across the organisation. With a background in organisational psychology and business, and a strong interest in sustainability, Kemya brings a people-focused approach, excellent organisational skills and a passion for creating efficient, collaborative environments.

She is recognized as a Maritime expert with her 8-year sea service on ships. Her presence in various events globally has given her a great network with expertise in various sectors.

Ben is an entrepreneur based in Kenya with over 25 years of business experience in the commodities field. He is also our Project Partner representing the Kenyan and East African Chapter of Kyoto Network and the Kyoto Foundation. His role is to build out Kyoto's presence in East Africa.

Victoria has vast experience in marketing and journalism. She has built up a hugely successful digital marketing agency startup business and has also worked as a journalist and marketing executive for one of the biggest publications in the North of England. Having led projects across multiple sectors, her skills range from events management, sales, content creation, copywriting and curated adverts.

Leticia Coelho is a project director from South America. Growing up in a business-oriented environment, she has helped businesses thrive in Brazil. With a strong network across different areas in the country, Leticia, now in the UK, is focused on building connections between Europe and South America to enhance relationships and networking opportunities. Recently joining Kyoto, she is excited about the company's promising expansion plans in Brazil and is committed to contributing her expertise to the success of this venture.

Abby holds a degree in International Business Management and brings a strong global outlook and a genuine commitment to sustainable development and social enterprise.

Lucas holds a Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies (King University - USA) and a Master of Divinity (Milligan University - USA). He has extensive experience in people-focused work, networking, intercultural engagement, management, and team leadership, having lived and worked across the USA, Brazil, and the UK. These experiences have shaped my commitment to fostering global collaboration. At Kyoto Network, his goal is to bridge the UK, Europe, and Brazil, building long-term partnerships that advance clean, sustainable solutions and help shape a more environmentally responsible future.

Avni is responsible for sourcing carbon projects in India and the wider Asia region as well as managing our relationships there. She has a vast network through 10+ years working with large industrial players in the energy and commodities sector as well as her background in the retail sector. She is also tasked with rollout of our business dashboard to SME's throughout Asia.

Adam Abdalla Bashir Hassabo is a mechanical and marine engineer with extensive experience working on commercial ships across Europe, the Gulf, and Asia. He holds a Master’s degree in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development from the University of Khartoum. As Uganda Regional Manager at Kyoto Network, Adam leads clean energy and sustainability initiatives across East Africa. His blend of global engineering expertise and passion for sustainable development drives Kyoto Network’s regional impact.

Bringing years of experience in sales and strategy management, Adham has now turned his focus on utilising his skills to build Oman’s growing green economy with the goal of bringing agricultural stability and independence to the country.

Gordon Archer, a seasoned energy consultant, specializes in biomethane production. His 15-year career includes the development of several large-scale projects, including his latest for Arla Foods at Lockerbie, Scotland, which is a 70 million kWh per annum biomethane plant. In total, Gordon has developed or advised on projects with a value in excess of £50 million.

A biogas deployment technician installs, commissions, and maintains biogas production system ms—typically anaerobic digesters that turn organic waste into renewable energy. In Kenya, Electronic technician and electrician

Jesmael champions for a culture of creating and empowering teams to serve their clients whilst translating user needs into actionable strategies. Prior to joining Kyoto Network, Jesmael has supported in identifying , developing and implementing new business opportunities outside the traditional operations, that was evocative in his previous role in non - oil business. From his other interactions, he has facilitated consultations and implemented trainings. Leading sustainable Projects; ensuring alignment with internal and external requirements is his desired acme.

Passionate Social Work and Community Development Professional with a robust background in driving positive community impacts. Currently focused on climate change and sustainability, specifically in carbon trading. Skilled in strategic planning, communication, and project management, and dedicated to empowering individuals and communities for sustainable change. Eager to lead impactful projects that foster a greener future for all.

All the drive, delivery, and distinction of Kyoto Network — now focused on powering Kenya’s sustainability journey. Our Kenya team brings together global expertise and local insight to deliver solutions that address the country’s most pressing climate and development challenges. From carbon markets and renewable energy to ESG advisory and technology deployment, we work hand-in-hand with partners across government, industry, and community sectors to create measurable, lasting impact for Kenya’s green future.

All the drive, delivery, and distinction of Kyoto Network — now focused on powering Kenya’s sustainability journey. Our Kenya team brings together global expertise and local insight to deliver solutions that address the country’s most pressing climate and development challenges. From carbon markets and renewable energy to ESG advisory and technology deployment, we work hand-in-hand with partners across government, industry, and community sectors to create measurable, lasting impact for Kenya’s green future.

Joash responsible for the planning, management and monitoring of the logistics operations that make all this possible. Managing and planning for logistics or transportation issues · Keeping track of the number of goods as well as ... Possess strong organisational and multitasking skills.

Medical Student turned techie. Haider has experience in managing projects from beginning to end and has coupled this with entrepreneurial flare to launch his own businesses. With a focus in web design and development, he is the leading the development of Kyoto's digital products and services.

Akwasi is a passionate software engineer with a deep interest in technology and innovation. He has strong skills in software development, problem-solving and systems thinking, and he;s certainly putting them to good use in Kyoto Network! He enjoys programming, user-centred design and solving real-world problems especially in social impact. A highly creative and talented individual, his work allows him to use his technical skills to help make a real difference in the world.

Software Engineering professional with hands-on experience of performance, functional, system and user-acceptance testing. An IT professional with a proven track record in designing websites, networking and managing databases. Hands on years of experience in developing, managing and leading teams across multiple brands.

He is a UI/UX Designer with over 12 years of experience in Visual Design. Throughout my career, He has worked with various clients across different industries. He is well-versed in the latest design tools and technologies and stay up-to-date with emerging trends and best practices.

Marcelo brings a wealth of experience in international law, foreign trade, cross-border compliance, and natural resource regulation. He has over 15 years of experience in legal advice and prevention in various branches of law. He has a postgraduate degree with a thesis on public law. He is currently a licensed coordinator in legal practice and deputy coordinator of the law course at the Icesp University Center in Brasília – DF. He was treasurer director of OAB-DF – CAADF and law professor at various institutions in the Federal District.

Todd is a seasoned tech entrepreneur from Canada, who successfully exited a business in the early 2000s and went on to take the helm at IC Group, driving innovation in digital promotions and marketing technology. Over more than a decade of leadership, he guided the company through significant growth, helping shape its reputation as a trusted partner to major brands across North America. Today, Todd brings his depth of operational experience and product insight into advisory and executive roles, supporting forward-thinking organisations as they scale technology, strengthen governance, and build resilient digital strategies.

Harald Freissmuth, PhD, is partnering with KN on a number of Waste-to-Energy initiatives. His distinguished career spans high-tech industries, corporate finance, and sustainability. Dr. Freissmuth specializes in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and carbon markets, bringing valuable expertise to the areas of sustainability and business growth. In addition to his corporate expertise, he serves as a lecturer in the Executive Office Program at New York University Abu Dhabi, where he shares his knowledge and insights with the next generation of leaders. He is deeply engaged in the global dialogue surrounding decarbonization and sustainable innovation. As an entrepreneur and seasoned executive, he continues to make impactful contributions to both the business and academic communities.