for an alterWallacea Nature was founded by Simon Purser (wildlife rehabber, nursery manager, engineer and professional programme manager) and Angela D'Alessio (wildlife rehabber, vet technician and professional quality and audit manager) as a natural spin-off from work for Dr. Willie Smits at the Masarang Foundation in North Sulawesi.

Simon has lead Wallacea Nature as Senior Consultant since the beginning of 2018, when Angela left for an alternative role in West Kalimantan.

Simon draws on his networking with various technical experts within Indonesia and overseas to connect project needs with the necessary expertise.  

"It is not just what you know, but who you know and where you know you can seek relevant information."