The Long Run
Virtual Impact Show 2025
20 and 21 May, 2025, 12:30pm CEST
Free virtual event
The Impact Show
30+ presentations on sustainable tourism best practice, 7 minutes each, delivered by our members
Discover how The Long Run’s trailblazing members—trusted leaders in sustainable tourism—are redefining success through strategies that protect ecosystems, uplift communities, and build businesses rooted in regenerative practices. Learn how their proven models create value that flows back to the planet.
Join 30+ global innovators at The Long Run’s Second Annual Virtual Impact Show for two days of actionable inspiration—secure your place today!
At this year’s Virtual Impact Show, we will host global experts alongside our members to share their take on some of the most pressing topics facing sustainable tourism and conservation, globally. From rewilding initiatives and equitable community collaborations to cultural preservation reimagined, see how they’re setting the gold standard for responsible travel.
Meet the pioneers proving that transformative impact stems from ingenuity on the ground: mission-driven leaders who prioritise biodiversity, equity, and heritage as the bedrock of thriving destinations.
Expanding Our Impact
20 May, 12:30 CEST
Kick off the event with Dr. Anne-Kathrin Zschiegner as she unveils The Long Run’s 2024 Impact Report, spotlighting how members have protected millions of acres of biodiversity, uplifted indigenous cultures, and pioneered regenerative tourism through the 4Cs—setting the stage for two days of inspiration and action.
Expert Panel
20 May, 16:00 CEST
Agents of conservation
Dive into bold, inclusive approaches to conservation with voices spanning generations, cultures, and disciplines—from youth activists and women leaders to Rights of Nature advocates—and learn how diversity-driven collaboration unlocks systemic, lasting change for people and ecosystems.
Expert Panel
21 May, 12:30 CEST
Measure to Manage
Learn from sustainability leaders how to master impact measurement: from selecting meaningful metrics and engaging teams to navigating new regulations like the EU’s CSRD, all while transforming data into compelling stories that build trust and drive smarter business decisions.
Expert Insights
21 May, 14:05 CEST
Raising capital for impact
Join Anne-Kathrin in conversation with fundraising expert, Christoph Schmocker, as they unpack 5 ways to improve your chances of accessing funds for impact projects through your foundation or tourism business.
Chief Information Officer, Pacuare Lodge
ADRIÁN GARCÍA
Marketing & Communications, Broana and Lengishu
ELOISE DYER
Sustainability Coordinator, Lengishu
ANN SIMIA
Co-Founder, Ayu in the Wild
CHAMINTHA JAYASINGHE
Madre Frutos Project Coordinator, Sinal do Vale
FELIPE BECKER
Marketing and Public Relations, Kicheche Camps
EDWIN KIMEMIA
Kicheche Community Trust & Sustainability Officer, Kicheche
CLINTON KARBOLO
Global Engagement Lead, RESTOR
GWYN WATSON
Global Marketing Manager, TAHI
KATE HOLMES
Director of Sustainability and Conservation, Six Senses Laamu
LAWRENCE MENZ
Chief Executive Officer, Cottars 1920s Camp
LOUISE COTTAR
Hospitality Manager, Estancia Pampa Grande
LUCÍA ALVARADO
Managing Director, Tiger Mountain Pokkhara Lodge
MARCUS COTTON
Sustainability Consultant, Green Breeze
MARGARIDA SOARES
Executive Director, Tengah Island Conservation (Batu Batu)
NAJA MOHTAR
Research Coordinator and Entomologist, Grootboss
PAULA STRAUSS
CEO, Nomad Lodges
PIERRE KRUGER
Executive Director, IBITI
RAQUEL PAZOS
Triple Impact Coordinator, Glove Travel
RITA ACHÁVAL
Executive Director, Huilo Huilo Reserve Foundation
RODOLFO MENICHETTI
Conservation & Education Coordinator, Chumbe Island
SALIM SALIM
Sustainability Officer, Saruni Basecamp
SANDRA LUSARIA
Executive Director, Nay Palad Hideaway
VINCENT LAMPERT
Founder, Arkaba
CHARLES CARLOW
Executive Director, SHE Changes Climate
MAMTA BORGOYARYA
Group Sustainability Coordinator, Singita
DR ANDREA FERRY
Founder, Nikoi Island
ANDREW DIXON
Director, Wild Law Institute
CORMAC CULLINAN
Managing Director, Green Breeze
MARGARIDA SOARES
Footprint & Sustainability Director, Sala's Camp
OLIVER DREIKE
People & Training Manager, Castle Leslie Estate
CHRIS KILPATRICK
Global Engagement Lead, RESTOR
GWYN WATSON
Triple Impact Coordinator, Glove Travel
RITA ACHÁVAL
Conservation Marketing Manager, Singita
ELSA PALLET
Acting Sustainability Manager, Tswalu Kalahari
LILY UPTON
Discover how The Long Run’s members are putting regenerative travel into practice—creating meaningful experiences that support nature, local communities, and cultural heritage. Their thoughtful approach helps ensure that each trip contributes to lasting positive impact, for both people and the planet.
