About Us
The International Alliance for Regenerative Tourism (IART)
Driven by Regeneration. Built on Resilience. Rooted in Reverence.
We are a global catalyst dedicated to honoring the foundations of sustainability while guiding the vital shift toward regeneration. As a collaborative alliance, we offer a proprietary, practice-based framework designed to help destinations operationalize regeneration, climate resilience and authentic cultural revival. We are privileged to unite governments, investors, and enterprises under one shared mission: to co-create a legacy of life, not just profit.
Our Mission
To operationalize the global shift from sustainability to regeneration. We equip destinations and leaders with practice-based frameworks that embed Climate Resilience, Circular Economy, and Cultural Reverence into the core of tourism, ensuring every journey creates a net-positive impact.
Our Vision
A thriving global tourism economy rooted in Reverence, defined by Resilience, and driven by Regeneration. We envision a world where tourism is no longer extractive, but serves as the primary engine for restoring biodiversity, revitalizing culture, and building inclusive wealth for all.
Our Circle of Catalysts
We unite a diverse spectrum of leaders across the entire tourism value chain. From local communities to global investors, these are the stakeholders driving the shift.
Destination Visionaries (Gov & DMOs)
Local Governments & DMOs who dare to govern for legacy. Leaders shifting from volume metrics to value creation, ensuring resilience for the place and its people.
Hospitality & Experience Creators (Hotels/Tours)
Hotels, Resorts & Operators who don’t just host, but heal. Curators of guest experiences that actively restore nature and celebrate living culture.
Wellness & Mobility Innovators (Transport/Health)
Transport & Wellness Leaders redefining movement and health. Pioneers creating low-carbon connectivity and sanctuaries that rejuvenate both the traveler and the environment.
Tourism Value Chain Trailblazers (SMEs)
SMEs & Social Enterprises serving as the backbone of the new economy. The grassroots force driving circular supply chains and inclusive prosperity.
Regenerative Knowledge Architects (Academia)
Academic Institutions & Educators rewriting the curriculum. Shaping the next generation of leaders with the mindset and skills for systems-based tourism.
Impact & Alliance Builders (Investors/Devs)
Developers, Investors & NGOs aligning capital with conscience. The engines of funding and infrastructure that make large-scale regeneration possible.
Our Vanguard Leadership
The architects steering our global mission. This collective steers the shift toward regenerative governance, climate-resilient enterprise, and a tourism economy built on reverence.
The Global Board of Directors
Susan Santos de Cárdenas
Founding President & CEO
Elias “Eli” Gatanela, Jr.
Antonio "Al" Linsangan III
Beatriz Barreal
Marco Andreozzi
Regional Vanguard Leads
Arturo Amaya
Mexico & Latin America
Dr. AA Yaptinchay
Philippines & Asia Pacific
Miguel Ángel Perez
Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos
Ulla-Alexandra Mattl
France
Maribel Esparcia
Spain, Portugal, WY & NY, U.S.A.
The Regenerative Economy
We unite governance, enterprise, and capital into one resilient system.
Select your sector to discover how we embed Regeneration, build Resilience, and restore Reverence across the value chain.
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For Destinations & Local Governments
Future-proof your region. We guide LGUs and destination managers to craft resilient policy, governance, and community-led frameworks that restore nature and create legacy.
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For Enterprises & Academia
Transform your model. We equip hospitality businesses and educational institutions with values-based strategies to lead the transition from sustainability to regeneration.
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Developers, Investors & MICE
Invest in the future. We align master plans, capital, and events with regenerative principles to ensure high-yield, net-positive returns that respect the destination.
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Regenerative Imprints
Measure what matters. Go beyond basic reporting with verified metrics that prove your contribution to biodiversity, social equity, and honest impact.
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Vanguard Innovation & Climate
Lead the solution. Mainstream circular economy innovations and climate resilience strategies that set the new global standard for tourism.
Join the Regeneration Vanguard
Your journey to impact starts here. Whether you are just beginning to move beyond “business as usual” or are already leading systemic change, find your place in the Alliance.
We begin with our proprietary Regeneration Readiness Index to establish your baseline and match you to your distinct membership tier:
- Regeneration Trailblazer: For partners ready to build capacity and lay the foundation for resilience.
- Regenerative Catalyst: For leaders already taking action, ready to verify impact and scale solutions globally.
Secure your membership today. Let’s define your path forward.
The Regenerative Advantage
✔ Exclusive Framework Access: Full license to use our proprietary Regenerative Tourism Frameworks and Regeneration Tracks™ resources.
✔ Global Authority & Verification: Gain verified status through Impact Legacy Imprints™, enhancing your reputation among investors and conscious travelers.
✔ Vanguard Leadership: Priority invitations to IART Live Labs™, deep-dive roundtables, and high-level Regeneration Nexus™ networking events.
✔ Innovation & Piloting: Direct participation in climate resilience pilot projects and circular economy boot camps.
✔ Global Visibility: Features across our international media channels as a verified leader in the regenerative tourism shift.
Partnership Pathways
Allied Member
For Consultants, Advocates & Individual Changemakers.
Community Partner
For SMEs, Grassroots Organizations & Social Enterprises.
Destination Member
For Local Governments (LGUs), DMOs & Tourism Councils.
Hospitality & Experience Creators
For Hotels, Resorts, Tour Operators, MICE, and Specialized Tourism Services (Wellness, Sports, Leisure & Diving)
Institutional Partner
For Developers, Investors, NGOs & International Donors.
Our Partners
Turn Vision into Reality.
You have seen the pathway from sustainability to regeneration. Now, let’s walk it together. Whether you are leading a destination, developing a property, or educating the next generation, we have the Regeneration Tracks™ to ensure your success.
Partner with the Alliance
Tell us about your goals. We will route your inquiry to the specific Director for your sector.