Our Team
Why Silvo?
Rooted in solidarity. Growing together.
Silvo is a worker-owned cooperative bringing together strategists, designers, and community-builders who believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. Formerly Firebrand, we’ve reimagined our name – inspired by the Latin word silva, meaning “forest.”
Just like a forest, we’re stronger in community. Our work is grounded in cooperation, care, and regeneration, supporting partners who are working toward equity, justice, and joy.
Darnell Adams
GUIDE
A leadership coach and business strategist with over 20 years of experience across nonprofit, for-profit, and cooperative businesses. Recognised nationally for her ability to grow organisations with equity at the centre.
Kaye Kirsch
ORGANIZE
A global social entrepreneur and co-founder of HealthStore Foundation, providing healthcare in East Africa through an innovative micro-franchise model. Builder of nonprofits, startups, and community projects.
Melanie Shellito
DESIGN
An award-winning brand strategist with 25+ years of experience shaping socially responsible brands. She has created impactful campaigns and identities for cooperatives, movements, and mission-driven organisations.
Solidarity Statement
We stand with the change-makers – in particular BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ organisers – who are dismantling inequitable systems and creating space for thriving communities.
