The Team
The Sun Ndege management team provides a wealth of knowledge in farm development and management which drives performance from the agricultural assets. We offer international experience sourcing deals, carrying out due diligence, restructuring and managing agricultural land portfolios.
Shaun Cawood
Managing Director & Founder
Shaun is an innovator and entrepreneur with over 20 years’ experience in Africa focusing on the medium scale agriculture sectors. He is experienced in all aspects of inclusive agriculture value chain formation and operates effectively and efficiently in culturally diverse situations across borders. He is an initiator and problem solver using creativity, resourcefulness to breakdown and overcome organizational obstacles. He believes in lifelong learning and is committed to staying ahead of the curve on emerging agricultural business practices. Shaun has been chosen by the World Economic Forum / Grow Africa as a best-case study, chaired the Mozambique Business Advisory Group, invited to the 2014 Rabobank Global Master Farmers program, and was nominated as a New Vision for Agriculture Transformation Leader.
Donald Scott
Financial Director & Partner
Don is a business entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience on the ground in Africa in advising, developing, and investing in projects. He has been a partner with Shaun for over 5-years in the agriculture sector adding value on project development, due diligence, and financial aspects. Don has 8 years of experience in the hedge fund industry specializing in analyzing and structuring investment opportunities within developing countries. He has traveled to over 40 countries and performed due diligence on thousands of companies. Don has an MBA in Finance from Fordham University Graduate School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Hofstra University.
Kenyan Management Team
Our locally based Kenyan farm managers are the front-line resource for Sun Ndege and our clients. Their on-the-ground presence at each farm means they have an intimate understanding of the unique requirements of each business and can respond quickly and decisively to the ever-changing demands of a dynamic farming environment.
