Our Approach: Capacity Sharing
At Above the Canopy, we practice conservation capacity sharing, an inclusive, collaborative approach rooted in reciprocity. Rather than ‘building’ capacity as if it doesn’t exist, we connect, strengthen, and amplify the expertise already present within individuals and institutions. This ensures that conservation solutions are locally grounded, resilient, and impactful.
Who we Serve
Our core focus is on conservation professionals, particularly:
• Emerging, mid career and leaders
•Zoo and aquarium professionals seeking resilient communities of practice
• Women in conservation leadership ready to lead authentically and inclusively
• Conservation organizations, NGO’s government agencies, Zoos and Aquariums and coalitions designing human-centered programs
We also work with adjacent audiences:
• Academic institutions and agencies committed to developing conservation talent pipelines
• Pivoting professionals navigating career transition into conservation
What We Do
We provide strategic advice, facilitation, coaching, and program design that emphasize practical outcomes and lasting change.
Key offerings include:
Dynamic Facilitation of Trainings & Leadership Programs – Energizing, interactive sessions that make learning practical and memorable.
Cross-Sector Collaboration & Retreats – Guiding diverse groups to align, innovate, and co-create solutions for conservation challenges.
Skills-Based Training & Professional Development – Human-centered curricula that connect technical skill-building with confidence and applied practice.
Coaching & Mentorship – Helping early-career and pivoting professionals thrive through guided reflection, career design, and leadership readiness.
Strategic Advising – Supporting organizations with capacity sharing goals and bold outcomes for investing in conservation practitioners
What Clients Walk Away With
Our work is outcome-focused. Clients leave with:
• Stronger leadership pipelines and resilient conservation teams
• Practical skills and tools applied to real-world conservation challenges
• Inclusive strategies that strengthen equity and belonging
• Measurable conservation outcomes tied to practitioner growth
Clearer career pathways and confident career changers