Meet the Ker & Downey® Africa team

Lee Kelsall is our CEO, although he prefers the title Chief Adventure Officer internally – the perfect illustration for the strategy and direction he is currently enabling Ker & Downey® Africa to pursue and perfect in the age old safari industry.

Jenieen is responsible for the seamless operations and sales department at Ker & Downey® Africa and boasts 10 years of experience in the travel industry.

With 24 years of experience in the travel industry, Lisa’s Southern and East African product knowledge is second to none. She is also our go-to expert on sustainable travel practices and African family travel.

Sarah is potentially our most epic adventurer. If there’s something adrenaline pumping, she’s done it or planning to do it. Sarah’s a world traveling adventurer that’s all about the experience and the ride.

A travel writer at heart and a safari expert by trade, Julie is our LuxVenture® Designer with expertise in Southern African destinations.

Zeena is our trusted Customer Experience Coordinator who ensures our clients receive a seamless, personalised experience with us.

 With 20 years of experience in the luxury travel industry and 40 countries ticked off his bucket list, Marcelo is one of our most seasoned travelers, and managers to date.

Emma’s African travel knowledge goes far beyond her 5 years in the travel industry. She is one of our top Luxury Safari Consultants for the North American B2B markets.

22 years of experience in the travel industry and counting, Sharleen is our on-the-ground Safari Concierge based in Florida.

Lindsay is our PR and Communications Manager. Since joining Ker & Downey® Africa in 2018 she has secured coverage in top publications across the globe. 

Marike’s passion for the Ker & Downey® Africa brand, luxury travel and staying ahead of travel trends makes her essential to our marketing team.

Cassandra is our devoted Group Finance Manager who is at the core of our success as a company. Her 8 year career at Ker & Downey® Africa has given her unrivalled experience in Tourism and Finance.  

With 14 years of experience in the luxury travel industry in both Brazil and South Africa, Luana’s background has given her a unique insight into the needs of boutique tour operators and the demands of valuable clients.

With 8 years of experience in the travel industry and 27 countries ticked off his bucket list, Paulo is one of our most seasoned B2B sales consultants.

With 19 years of experience in the travel industry in both Brazil and Southern Africa, Adriana’s expertise lends herself to boutique agents in Latin America.

Since joining Ker & Downey® Africa in 2014, Silke has built up our German DMC division from the ground-up. Her three-man team specialises in 6-star luxury travel to Africa.

With 17 years of experience in the travel industry, Patrick is the perfect addition to the three-man German division.

Johanna has worked in the travel industry for 6 years and has lived the African dream for 4. Her adventurous and positive nature makes her a great addition to Silke’s team.

Korshad has 12 years of experience in selling luxury African travel to Asian Markets and has been appointed Managing Director of Asia DMC.

David has 12 years of experience in sales and marketing of luxury travel in Chinese markets making him the perfect addition to our Asia DMC.

Wendy is the Social Media Manager for our Asia DMC and is based in Shanghai. 

Sibo is our trusted Accounts Clerk who always goes above and beyond in everything that he does.