Our Team

Gentian is backed by world leading experts in ecology and machine learning

Your business or organisation, like the rest of our world, depends on nature. At Gentian, we combine advanced technology, ecological expertise, and a deep respect for the natural world to deliver actionable biodiversity insights: empowering you to make informed decisions that protect both ecosystems and business operations.

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Daniel White

CEO & Co-founder

Daniel’s lifelong passion for nature began in childhood, earning him the affectionate nickname "The Birdman of Brampton." His varied career spans roles as an advocate for the homeless in London and sustainability leader during his time as CEO of Signol, highlighting his commitment to meaningful societal impact. Leveraging his ecological expertise and strategic vision, Daniel founded Gentian to empower organisations globally with ground-breaking insights into biodiversity, driving informed decisions that protect both nature and business operations.

Karen Day

COO & Co-founder

Karen’s extensive experience in environmental stewardship includes key roles in organisations tracking maritime pollution and promoting marine conservation worldwide. A passionate advocate for marine and aquatic biodiversity, Karen brings her intuitive, empathetic approach to Gentian. By embedding ecological principles into organisational decision-making, Karen ensures that Gentian’s technology empowers stakeholders to deeply understand and effectively manage the natural ecosystems they influence, fostering global sustainability.

Thomas Fenal

CSO & Co-founder

Thomas's distinguished engineering career began with designing spacecraft for deep-space exploration and contributing significantly to European Space Agency (ESA) Earth Observation missions. At Gentian, Thomas leverages his expertise in satellite technology to create cutting-edge solutions that enable precise ecological insights. His dedication to achieving harmony between technological advancement and natural ecosystems guides Gentian’s approach to sustainable innovation.

Dusty Gedge

Co-founder

Dusty is a globally recognised expert in green infrastructure with an extensive career promoting biodiversity in urban environments. His leadership as the former President of the European Federation of Green Roof and Wall Associations has helped set international standards in ecological design. Dusty combines his deep ecological wisdom with a spirit of innovation, spearheading Gentian’s mission to challenge conventional perspectives and unlock new understanding of nature through advanced AI and remote sensing technology.

Gary Grant

Founding Advisor

Chartered Environmentalist and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management, with over 35 years of experience in advising governments and other organisations on green infrastructure and urban ecology projects worldwide.

Green infrastructure, urban ecology, biodiversity, environmental consultancy

Adam Moger

Chief Commercial Officer

Experienced CCO and exited founder of Marmalade Insurance, specialising in launching startup and niche products; Adam's commitment lies in creating authentic brand experiences that resonate with consumers.

Sales, marketing, startups, customer engagement, brand development

Dr Marcus Spiegel

Chief Technology Officer

CTO at Gentian, leveraging his expertise in ecosystem dynamics and remote sensing to enhance Gentian's AI-driven biodiversity monitoring solutions. His interdisciplinary research background enables the development of precise habitat assessments, empowering organisations to integrate nature into their decision-making processes.

Remote sensing, spatial modelling, AI applications, biodiversity monitoring

Jamie Rhodes

Head of Marketing

Former ESG analyst with a background in ecology and financial services, Jamie brings a rich background in sustainability analysis and overseas business development, enhancing Gentian's mission to integrate nature data into strategic decision-making and non-financial corporate disclosures.

ESG analysis, financial services, investor relations, ecology, marketing

Dr Olga Tutubalina

Remote Sensing Senior Expert

Senior Remote Sensing Expert at Gentian, leveraging her extensive experience in ecosystem analysis to enhance Gentian's AI-driven biodiversity monitoring solutions. Her expertise in processing optical imagery ensures precise habitat assessments, empowering organizations to incorporate ecological insights into their strategic planning.

Remote sensing, ecological monitoring, vegetation dynamics, precision agriculture

Dr Eleanor Thomson

Lead Technologist

Lead Technologist at Gentian, leveraging her expertise in ecological remote sensing and machine learning to enhance the company's biodiversity monitoring solutions. Her research focuses on utilising high-resolution imagery and deep learning techniques to map and monitor biodiversity. At Gentian, she applies these skills to our habitat assessments, enabling organisations to incorporate ecological insights into their strategic planning.

Remote sensing, machine learning, Hyperspectral imaging, vegetation trait mapping, biodiversity monitoring