Welcoming New Energy: Meet the OneNature Team

At OneNature, we’ve always believed that changing the world for the better starts with the simple but powerful act of listening: to communities, to nature, and to one another.

And this week, we have something extra special to celebrate. On May 1st, OneNature turns five! What began as a bold vision led by our founder, Beth Allgood, has grown into a dynamic organization working at the intersection of community well-being, conservation, and climate. As we reflect on five years of purpose-driven growth, partnerships, and progress, we’re thrilled to step into this next chapter with renewed energy and expanded leadership.

Today, we’re thrilled to share that OneNature has grown — and our mission is stronger, more diverse, and more dynamic than ever.

We’re proud to introduce the extraordinary team now shaping OneNature’s future: leaders in conservation, climate, Indigenous partnership, innovation, and community well-being, each bringing their unique strengths to a shared purpose.

Together, we are building a world where the well-being of people, wildlife, and the planet are not separate goals—but one interconnected, thriving system.

Beth Allgood, our Founder and Executive Director, has always seen what others often miss: that trust, lived experience, and emotional connection are essential ingredients for lasting conservation. With decades of leadership across global NGOs and U.S. government programs, Beth continues to drive OneNature’s mission with visionary strategy and heart.

John Waugh, our Director of Wellbeing, Biodiversity & Climate Initiatives, brings unparalleled expertise in designing climate adaptation and biodiversity strategies that actually work—for people and ecosystems. From UN negotiations to frontline community projects, John ensures that systems thinking and real-world impact go hand-in-hand.

Beatrice Goddard-Watts, Director of Innovation & Sustainability, reminds us that businesses can be powerful allies for regeneration. With a sharp eye for opportunity and a creative spirit honed through design thinking, Bea is helping ESG and private sector partners move beyond compliance toward true partnership with communities and nature.

Dr. Michael Looker, our lead on Indigenous Partnerships & Sustainable Development, bridges science, culture, and landscape-level stewardship. Michael’s decades of experience leading conservation initiatives across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific bring a profound respect for Indigenous wisdom and long-term resilience into everything we do.

Lorraine Flood, our Administrative and Social Media Coordinator, ensures that our growing organization stays true to its core values even as we expand. From managing our finances to creating communications with heart, Lorraine’s blend of corporate savvy and well-being focus helps OneNature walk our talk—inside and out.

Why This Matters

• A world where Indigenous knowledge and scientific innovation work together.
• Where businesses act not just for profit, but for people and planet.
• Where community well-being is treated as fundamental to conservation success.
• Where international policies reflect local realities and hopes.

By coming together, we’re able to reach farther, dream bigger, and build real solutions that honor the wisdom of all beings—human and more-than-human alike.

We hope you’ll get to know each of us a little better in the months ahead as we launch new projects, share stories from the field, and invite you to be part of this growing movement.

OneNature was never meant to be a solo journey. Now more than ever, it’s a shared path—one we are honored to walk together.

Follow us, connect with us, and let’s create a world of thriving communities, vibrant ecosystems, and lasting well-being—together.

Each member of our team represents a piece of the world we believe is possible.

Warm wishes
Beth & OneNature Team