Xavier Longan serves as the Deputy Director of the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. He is a passionate campaigner and development practitioner with 18 years of experience in the United Nations. Xavier has a track record in international campaigning and advocacy, partnership-building, resource mobilization and project management. Prior to joining the Campaign, he worked as a Campaign Coordinator for Eurostep in Brussels, where he supported the efforts of the Global Call to Action against Poverty (GCAP) in Europe, and as a Researcher for Europe External Policy Advisors. Xavier is from Spain, loves modern history and is a staunch supporter of FC Barcelona (…even when they lose).

Caroline Lenz serves as Operations Analyst for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign where she leads on Finance, Human Resources and Procurement- the “engine room” of the Campaign. She has over 10 years of experience in the United Nations system. Prior to joining the Campaign, she worked for the Deputy Executive Coordinator of the United Nations Volunteers Programme (UNV) and she has a finance background with UBS Bank. She holds a Master’s Degree (MA) in Intercultural Studies from Lüneburg University. In her free time she enjoys hiking, roadtrips and loves food. She has a passion for yoga and mindfullness. She is a native German and has worked abroad in USA and Australia before she came back to her native home country.

Marco Impagnatiello is a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Partnerships Analyst with the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. Previously, he worked in different law firms and in a non-profit foundation in Rome, followed by a traineeship at the EU Commission in Brussels. He holds a Master’s Degree in Law (cum laude) at LUISS University in Rome and a Master of Arts (MA) at the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium, where his thesis focused on the European Union’s cooperation with the United Nations on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His global vision gained through cross-cultural experiences in Belgium, Brazil, China, Germany, South Korea represents a key element of his commitment to the United Nations’ role worldwide.

Mohammed Mostafa is a Communications Analyst and Multimedia Producer for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. He leads on social media and co-leads on youth partnerships. He previously worked as a Graphic Designer at UNHCR and volunteered for social causes, such as refugee, poverty, education and gender. Mohammed has experience in strategic international business consulting, marketing and sales, mindful leadership, inspirational coaching, research and Model UN. He has been professionally working in communications since 2019. His collaborative youth plan for SDG 6 and Pandemic Protection was passed by the UN General Assembly in 2021. He has been representing youth and children in various United Nations conferences since 2017. Mohammed is from Bangladesh/Qatar and is a photographer and cinematographer and has exhibited at Marriott Doha.

Olcay Tetik serves as the Policy and Partnerships Specialist at the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. She is a development practitioner with 10 years of experience in international policy development, strategic communications, and partnership management within multilateral settings. Previously she worked at the UNDP’s Sustainable Finance Hub and International Istanbul Private Sector Policy Center (IICPSD) where she actively contributed to high-level multilateral initiatives.
In her free time, she enjoys art, yoga and walks with her dog.

Oskar Schwarzkopf is a Partnerships and Policy Analyst for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign with interdisciplinary experiences in multicultural contexts. He holds a Master of Science in Global Development from the University of Copenhagen and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Studies from Illinois College in the US. Prior to joining the Campaign in 2023, Oskar gained practical exposure to the international development sector through internships at Hanns-Seidel-Stiftung India and the Danish consultancy firm Tana Copenhagen. Originally from Germany, he is a passionate about bringing different people together to jointly work for a better future. In his spare time, Oskar enjoys learning languages, music and singing, and traveling.

Samuele Cofano serves as Partnership Specialist for Italy for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. He is an expert in the field of international cooperation and development with 15+ years of experience in institutional communications, partnership and governmental relations. He previously worked as external relations officer at the General Directorate for Development and Cooperation/Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, as development expert at the Italian Cooperation Offices for Lebanon and Syria and as Diplomatic Advisor at the Embassy of Italy to Somalia, where he served as co-chair of the UN PSG group on inclusive politics. Samuele is a passionate Italian, he loves cinema, food and travels and he enjoys driving his beloved car around Italian old towns with old fashioned music playing in background.

Diana Lopez is an Advisor on cities and local government at UNDP. She works closely with the Campaign in keeping cities engaged with Agenda 2030 and showcasing their role in making the SDGs a reality at local level and for all. She worked in the UN for more than 20 years in various roles, including Head of local government Unit for UN-Habitat and working on local economic development projects for the ILO. She focusses on the role of local governments in the UN agendas, innovation in public services, urban management and planning, decentralization and local finance. She is a national of Spain and passionate about how local governments transform the lives of people.

Krisha Sia is a Creative Communications Specialist for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign. Krisha leads on branding, creative communications, and co-creating impactful advocacy campaigns. With a passion for creativity as a force for good, Krisha is a multifaceted creative, adept as a content creator, designer, and children’s book author. Prior to joining the Campaign, she was the Associate Art Director at Green Art Asia, served as the Founder of Pass It On and an Ambassador of the Philippine Cancer Society. She developed award-winning campaign strategies for FedEx JA and Bulgari x Domus Academy and was recognized as one of Cannes Lions 30 under 30, McKinsey’s Next Generation Women Leaders, and NET-A-PORTER’s Incredible Girls of the Future. Krisha is from the Philippines with roots in Hong Kong. She enjoys golf, going to the beach, and spending time with her golden retriever, Manny.

Jade Ok is a Digital Strategist and Information Systems Specialist at the United Nations SDG Action Campaign, where she leads digital strategy, technology, and IT initiatives. Prior to this role, she led digital projects at global tech companies across the telecommunications, digital agency, and gaming industries in the United States, Australia, and Korea. She holds a Master of Information Systems in AI for Business from Deakin University. With expertise in digital transformation, IT management, business analysis, and data, Jade is passionate about leveraging digital and AI technologies to drive positive changes in the world. Originally from Seoul, Korea, she enjoys the arts, reading, and spending time outdoors with her dog.

Christina Samson is a Communications and Multimedia Specialist for the United Nations SDG Action Campaign with over 15 years of experience in creating impactful communications campaigns. She has expertise in strategic communications, campaign execution, live event management, branding, and partnerships. Christina has coordinated exhibits in over 18 cities globally, including high-level events at the UN General Assembly and UN Climate Conferences. Prior to joining the Campaign, Christina worked at DARA, a humanitarian research organization, and in marketing and public relations in California. She is Filipino-American from Los Angeles and has been living in Europe for over a decade. Christina holds a Master’s of Science degree (with Distinction) in Global Challenges from the University of Edinburgh. She is a passionate global citizen committed to bringing communities together through creativity, activism, gastronomy, travel and culture. She volunteers for refugee and human rights causes and founded the non-profit organization Madrid For Refugees.