Joe is a soil scientist and businessman who has been associated with Talisman in both Canada and Nigeria for over fifteen years. He divides his time between Vancouver and Enugu on a variety of commercial interests and consulting assignments. Prior to his association with Talisman, Joe was involved in soil/hydrological studies and research both in Nigeria and Canada. He has a unique combination of both technical and business acumen and a great interest in the protection of tropical ecosystems, particularly in West Africa.