Brendyn was born and raised in South Africa. He passion for wildlife was ignited at an early age by his bush loving parents. He spent every free holiday moment exploring the bush on the southern border of the Kruger National Park and sometimes guiding in the Timbavati region. 

Brendyn holds a BSc. (Agriculture) Animal Science degree from the University of Pretoria.  

He currently works in the engineering world and is an entrepreneur and visionary who has started multiple successful businesses. He is also the creator of the anti-toxin pharmaceutical PeteMed, which has saved many animal lives both pets and wildlife from serious poisoning events. 

His true passion has always been wildlife and much of his business acumen is directed to making a difference in conservation. 

Brendyn’s primary role is to drive forward the vision of Ubuntu Wildlife Trust and liaise between the UK and SA entities to ensure they work in tandem to achieve our collective objectives. He further connects Ubuntu Wildlife Trust to the business world in creating pathways for corporates to make positive change in the world.