Erika Krajnc — Founder and Principal

Erika is a social performance and human rights leader with over 15 years of international experience across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, the US and Canada. Working at the intersection of business, communities and sustainable development, she advises organizations operating in complex environments on social risk, stakeholder engagement and responsible business practices.

Her experience spans the full project lifecycle, from development and stakeholder engagement through operations, acquisitions and closure, across the private sector, international organizations and civil society. She brings a strategic, cross-cultural perspective grounded in practical field experience, helping organizations navigate complexity, build trust and develop solutions aligned with local realities.

Erika holds an MSc in Public Policy and Management from SOAS, University of London, a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from IBMEC, and specializations in Leading Sustainable Corporations from the University of Oxford and Social Innovation from Simon Fraser University. She is fluent in Portuguese, English, French and Spanish.

Nicholas Krajnc — Senior Advisor, Legal and Permitting

With nearly 20 years of legal experience across the energy, oil & gas, mining, and infrastructure sectors, Nicholas works at the intersection of law, business, and environmental matters. His background spans strategic advisory and complex litigation in top-tier law firms, the public sector's environmental division, and highly regulated industries. This diverse perspective enables him to help organizations anticipate legal and environmental risks, strengthen due diligence, and make informed decisions grounded in local realities.

With a deep understanding of the Brazilian legal and business environment, Nicholas supports projects and organizations operating in or assessing opportunities in Brazil. He holds a law degree from PUC-Rio and an Executive Postgraduate Degree in Environmental Management from COPPE/UFRJ. His international education at the University of California, Berkeley includes the Advanced Certificate in Environmental Law, Advanced Certificate in Energy Law, Sustainable Capitalism & ESG, and the IELE Certificate in Business Law.