Alexandra is the Manager at Humber Nature Partnership. She has a background in geographical information systems and geospatial data. She has spent most of her 25-year career working in the nature and environment space across public, private and non-profit sectors.
At HNP Alexandra works with over 40 partners to deliver the sustainable management of the Humber Estuary. She seeks to contribute to the region's economic success and increased resilience to climate change and sea level rise through conservation and restoration of the estuary's wildlife, habitats and natural systems.
Alexandra has a BSc in Geography from the University of Hull and an MSc in Geographical Information Systems from the University of Leicester. She has been a Chartered Geographer since 2007. Alexandra volunteers for the Royal Geographical Society - where she has been involved with the Chartered Geographer scheme since 2010 - and her local Rivers Trust. She likes Lapwings and Buff-tip moths.
Jackson Sage is the Project Manager for the Humber Management Scheme at Humber Nature Partnership. Jackson has an interdisciplinary background in Marine Biology and Fluid Mechanics from both University of Hull and University of Lincoln. Following four years of postgraduate study, Jackson worked within the Sustainable Development Team of a Local Authority where he worked closely with both residents and businesses impacted by coastal erosion, along with helping the Council maintain its ISO14001 accreditation.
Since joining Humber Nature Partnership in late 2019, Jackson has focused heavily on addressing issues with recreational disturbance that has the potential to have a negative impact on the ecological status of the Humber EMS. This work has varied from working with user-groups to promote and implement changes in behaviour on the ground, to collaborating with government organisations to change legislation around recreational activities.
Jackson's favourite time of year is early Autumn when the Pink-Footed Geese arrive from Iceland.
Sarah is the Administrator at Humber Nature Partnership, bringing over 30 years of experience across business operations, administration, communications and client support. Having worked across the engineering, energy, manufacturing and HR sectors, she has developed a broad range of skills and a passion for creating efficient systems, supporting teams and building strong professional relationships.
Sarah plays a key role in the day to day running of Humber Nature Partnership, providing administrative support across the organisation and helping ensure projects, events and business operations run smoothly. With a strong eye for detail and an organised approach, she enjoys improving processes, coordinating activities and providing practical support that enables colleagues and partners to achieve their goals.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as running and functional fitness training, including taking part in HYROX events and ultra trail running. She enjoys setting herself new challenges and maintaining an active lifestyle.
Mike Pilsworth is Conservation Projects Officer at Humber Nature Partnership. After graduating with a degree in Ecology from the University of East Anglia, Mike has worked in conservation across the UK, focusing principally on estuarine and wetland bird species and habitats.
From 2019 to September 2026, Mike was the RSPB's Humber Conservation Officer, working with partners to protect and enhance the species and habitats of the Humber area. Prior to this, he managed wetland and coastal nature reserves and worked on several species recovery projects, including a long-standing involvement in the Humber's Little Tern Protection Scheme at Beacon Lagoons.
Mike joined Humber Nature Partnership in October 2026. His role focuses on delivering projects that improve the ecological condition of the estuary and surrounding area, including the East Riding Humber Strategic Access Management and Mitigation Strategy (SAMMS), as well as providing ecological advice and support to HNP members.
Outside work, Mike is a keen naturalist and birdwatcher who helps organise and undertake Wetland Bird Surveys around the Humber. He also enjoys keeping fit and active through running and cycling.
At Humber Nature Partnership, we care about both the environment and our team members. We recognise that anyone can struggle with their mental health at any point. We strive to be a part of the solution and not the problem and have joined the Mindful Employer scheme to help support and advocate for our team members. By signing the 'Charter for Employers Positive about Mental Health', we have made an ongoing commitment to supporting all staff experiencing mental ill-health. We make it clear that those with mental health conditions will not be discriminated against, and reasonable adjustments will be made to support them in the workplace.