Lucho Escobedo
Founder & Managing Partner
Lucho is an entrepreneur and strategic leader with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of technology, management consulting, and business innovation. At McKinsey & Company, Lucho honed his skills in solving complex challenges for global organizations, setting the foundation for a career dedicated to transformative leadership. He is the co-founder of several successful ventures, including a data and analytics consulting firm that serves clients across Latin America and the Caribbean, and a consumer goods company renowned for creating premium brands that prioritize authenticity, reputation, and excellence. Additionally, Lucho's new ventures include a company that supports entrepreneurs by providing end-to-end services, from business inception to tax and human capital management, and a hospitality business that delivers immersive nature-based retreats. Through Green Street Holding, Lucho channels his passion for growth and innovation to cultivate exceptional business outcomes and meaningful collaborations.
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Carol Burga
Founder & General Partner
Carol Burga is Co-founder and General Partner at Green Street Holdings, where she leads impact investment initiatives and channels her expertise to create sustainable and transformative opportunities. As a published author and advocate for responsible investment, Carol plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s vision and fostering partnerships that drive meaningful change. With over 15 years of experience empowering Indigenous and local communities in forest nations, Carol has built a reputation as a trusted expert in the Amazon and forestry communities across Southeast Asia and Africa. She holds a Master’s degree in Forestry and Indigenous Peoples, combining scientific knowledge with practical solutions to drive sustainable development and environmental stewardship. Currently, Carol facilitates stakeholder engagement for jurisdictional REDD+ programs worldwide through her role at Emergent, promoting inclusive partnerships for impactful climate solutions.