Henry Bassey - Country Director, World Resource Institute, CEO/Founder GreenHub Africa

Henry Bassey

Nigeria Country Director, World Resource Institute

As a Social Impact Enthusiast, I lead a number of initiatives focused on environmental sustainability and climate change. Working as Lead in Country Consultant for World Resources Institute, I leverage my 20+ years of experience across the diverse disciplines of climate literacy, communications, brand marketing, research, media, and environmental sustainability to design and implement innovative solutions in the development space. I have a strong track record of working with diverse stakeholders, including the UN, government agencies, NGOs, private sector, and communities, to amplify and reward eco-friendly initiatives, spark conversations, and raise awareness on climate change and sustainability issues.

I am also the founder and CEO of GreenHubAfrica, a leading Climate Literacy and Environmental education Media and Advocacy platform, where I lead a team of passionate professionals and volunteers with the vision of creating a greener and cleaner planet. I am a Fellow of the Nigerian Environmental Society, a certified member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM-UK) and member of the Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON). As a recipient of the Top 50 Marketing Professionals in West Africa award in 2017. I hold a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Jos, and I enjoy fishing, cooking, walking, cycling, and travelling.