Doug Willmore
CEO at World Tree; regenerative forestry and impact investing
Los Angeles / El Segundo, California
Summary
Regenerative forestry entrepreneur: As CEO of World Tree, he has focused on scaling Paulownia-based agroforestry through investor-facing programs (Eco-Tree), fundraising (multiple crowdfunding/reg CF rounds), and development of Signature Paulownia Farms to restore degraded land while producing premium timber. worldtree+2
Experienced public-sector turnaround leader: He has a long career in municipal and county management, including roles as City Manager of El Segundo, City Manager of Bell (led a post-scandal financial turnaround), and City Manager of Rancho Palos Verdes where he oversaw budgets, transparency efforts, tax/fee reductions, public safety initiatives, and civic projects. latimes+2
Public-facing communicator and collaborator in sustainability: Publishes CEO-focused content, participates in media and webinars (including Soil to Sky and interviews such as Earth Speed), and engages partners like Kiss the Ground and public figures to promote soil health and regenerative agriculture. worldtree+2
Operator with private-sector and fundraising experience: Beyond public service, he has led private enterprises (e.g., Reference Pathology Services) and has overseen company fundraising and capital activities at World Tree, including participation in Reg CF and other raises. ce-em+2