Travelers increasingly seek authentic, meaningful experiences that positively contribute to the places they visit. Yet most travel offerings remain extractive, culturally disconnected, and dominated by large corporations that divert resources from local communities. At the same time, conservation nonprofits and community stewards face persistent funding gaps that limit their ability to sustain long-term impact. The result is that travelers who want to engage meaningfully cannot easily identify trustworthy opportunities, while those doing critical cultural and environmental work struggle to access the funding and support they need.
LOAM creates high-impact, low-footprint travel experiences that connect travelers directly with the people and organizations protecting culture, communities, and ecosystems. Through careful curation of vetted partners, transparent impact practices, and hands-on participation in conservation and cultural stewardship, LOAM enables travelers to engage meaningfully with place while directing resources and visibility to the local experts doing the work.
— With an all-female team. A powerhouse women version of Captain Planet.
— We love nature and choose to protect it. And we love craft, the real human kind.
— We are supported by Angel & Impact investors who share our values.
— We believe in building a tripple-bottom-line business with impact.
Jennifer's journey into travel began in her childhood where she traveled the world with her family. She understood early on that travel is foundation to human connection and expanding one's horizons, but we must do so sustainability. Over the last 17 years, Jennifer has worked in travel, from hotel operations to travel tech sales, always through a lens of sustainability. She went on to get her Executive MBA from Berkeley Haas, with a focus on Climate Change & Innovation before starting Loam Travel, a platform that connects travelers with regenerative experiences that leave a positive impact on the world.
Lisa's journey to founding Loam Travel is fueled by her passion for travel and commitment to sustainability. A creative powerhouse with an insatiable curiosity, Lisa's story is one of daring to dream and striving to make a meaningful difference in the world. Living in Kauaʻi has deepened her appreciation for the delicate balance between travel and preservation, inspiring her to advocate for regenerative travel practices. Lisa's inspired creativity and unwavering dedication to her values make her a driving force behind Loam Travel's mission to redefine the way we explore our planet.
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