The HGL Team

Jean-Paul Deprins

Chairman

Jean-Paul Deprins, HGL Chairman, brings 40+ years of leadership, including 20 in sustainable forestry in Kenya and Uganda. His strategic vision drives HGL’s commitment to community-focused and environmental forestry management solutions, training, and consultancy.

Lawrence Mulandi

Managing Director

Lawrence Muema, HGL Managing Director, excels in finance, operations, and sustainable forestry systems. His leadership drives HGL’s mission for sustainable growth, balancing financial resilience with environmental stewardship.

Samuel Nakhone

Director of Forestry and Forestry Services

Samuel Nakhone heads HGL’s forestry management services, driving sustainable practices and compliance with industry standards. His expertise delivers impactful project management and training across Africa, advancing HGL’s mission of scalable and resilient forestry solutions.

Jan Vandenabeele

Senior Director of Forestry Relations

Jan Vandenabeele, with over 40 years of global forestry and conservation experience, leads CSR initiatives and R&D at BGF. His expertise and extensive network ensure precise advisory efforts that benefit both people and the environment.

Claudiah Caroline Deprins

Director Communications

Claudiah Deprins, HGL’s Communications Director, manages communications across forestry sites and countries, ensuring clear messaging, cohesion, and stakeholder engagement. She brings over a decade of expertise in forestry and environmental communications to HGL.

Lydia Kathure Kubai

Director Human Resources

Lydia Kubai, HGL’s HR Director, specializes in managing diverse workforces across multiple sites, ensuring efficiency while upholding sustainability and human values. At HGL, she offers expertise to forestry companies seeking advice, consultancy, or outsourced HR services.