M.D. Kinoti, Ph.D

Kinoti has over 25 years of professional experience in community development and leadership development. Before academia, he worked with several International NGOs including World Vision International in rural and urban community development in East Africa; with the United Methodist Church in youth and community development in Los Angeles; and with Lifewater International in global Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programs. He currently serves in several national and international NPO/NGO boards including Farm Concern International and Centura’s St. Anthony Health Foundation Advisory Board.

Dr. Kinoti’s expertise is in community needs assessment, monitoring and evaluation, report writing and development technical project advice. He also advises International NGOs on cultural and political realities of establishing development projects globally. He is a Rotarian and has served as a Rotary International Cadre of Technical Experts for several years.

Dr. Kinoti researches and writes on sustainable livelihoods in developing economies with a focus on tea. Learn more about his journey and the Tea Industry in Kenya.