International strategic advisory firm Basilinna has launched a Biodiversity and Nature Finance offering to help governments, companies, and NGOs address environmental risks, regulatory demands, and shifting investment trends from climate shocks and biodiversity loss. The practice will also support biodiversity solution providers in accessing growing pools of nature-based capital.

The new practice combines the firm's expertise in government relations, communications, and business advisory with a global team of biodiversity and finance specialists, including Mahmoud Mohieldin, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP27, and Simon Zadek, CEO of Morphosis and Founder of Financing4Nature.

It aims to help clients to assess biodiversity risks to supply chains, prepare for regulatory change, measure their nature footprint, as well as channel finance into biodiversity and resilience solutions.

“Protecting biodiversity is not just a moral imperative - it’s essential,” said Deborah Lehr, CEO of Basilinna. “This offering helps clients integrate nature into decision-making, mobilise finance, and align sustainability with long-term growth.”

Education in Motion (EiM) has promoted Victoria Sung to Director of Corporate Communications. Based in Shanghai, she leads EiM's global corporate and crisis communications strategy at the group level while overseeing its portfolio of schools, including the Dulwich College International Schools and Green School Bali.

Before joining the education company in 2024, Victoria managed external communications for the Shanghai Disney Resort.

Ellerton & Co. has announced its expansion into India with the appointment of Sanil Shirsat as its India lead.

Bringing over 12 years of experience, Sanil is responsible for establishing Ellerton & Co.’s presence, driving growth, and delivering communications strategies for clients in the Indian market.

“Our expansion into India is a pivotal moment for Ellerton & Co.,” said Prayaank Gupta, Executive Director.

“It not only strengthens our footprint but also launches our Greater Southeast Asia vision, spanning East Asia, India, the Middle East, and ASEAN. This move follows a strong run of new business wins across key client sectors, including a number of India mandates. The goal is to connect Southeast Asia and India, two regions with strong synergies, offering our clients unparalleled access and expertise across these interconnected markets,” Prayaank said.

“I am incredibly excited to lead Ellerton & Co.’s charge into India,” Sanil stated. “The synergy between India and Southeast Asia presents an immense opportunity for brands to forge powerful cross-border connections. In a future-obsessed world, understanding cross-cultural dynamics is critical. I look forward to building a practice that serves as a strategic bridge between these vibrant regions, helping our clients navigate diverse audiences and achieve their most ambitious goals. I am also excited to collaborate with colleagues across other key markets, ensuring our clients benefit from truly integrated regional expertise.”