Dr. Wes Sechrest, PhD

Dr. Wes Sechrest is a conservation biologist and global conservation leader with extensive experience in endangered species protection, ecosystem conservation, protected areas, and applied biodiversity science. He is the co-founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Board Chair of Re:wild, the global conservation organisation established in partnership with Leonardo DiCaprio to advance nature-based solutions addressing the interconnected crises of biodiversity loss, climate change, and human wellbeing.

Dr. Sechrest has authored and co-authored scientific papers in leading journals including Science, Nature, and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. He has worked extensively with local communities, conservation organisations, and governments to strengthen on-the-ground conservation efforts worldwide.