Joel Baumgartner

Joel Baumgartner is currently the China Country Manager and General Manager of PUR China, bringing over 15 years of professional experience in forestry, agroforestry, and rural development focused on climate change mitigation. Since 2009, they have founded two companies in China and managed teams of up to 20 staff members. Their extensive skill set includes program management, socio-environmental auditing, fundraising, and human resources management. Multilingual, Joel is proficient in French, Chinese, and English, and has worked across various regions, including China, Korea, and Mongolia. They hold multiple master's degrees, including political science and development economics, from renowned institutions.