Antoinette (Nonette) Royo has extensive experience in leadership and governance within the environmental and social sectors. Currently serving as the Executive Director of The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility since November 2017, Royo has previously held influential roles including Board Member at the Rights and Resources Initiative and Adviser at the Global Greengrants Fund. Royo's tenure also encompasses significant positions such as Executive Director at The Samdhana Institute and Vice President for Research and Social Outreach at Ateneo de Cagayan - Xavier University. Throughout a distinguished career, Royo has contributed to various organizations, including a fellowship at the Sustainability Institute and a Program Officer role at the Biodiversity Support Program.