It is with great sadness that I announce my resignation as CEO of WildEarth.
Emily and I co-founded WildEarth 15 years ago at Djuma with the mission to connect people with nature. In spite of many ups and downs we remained true to that mission and I believe we achieved this goal.
The time has come for me to focus on my family and the next chapter of my story while creating space for new ideas at WildEarth. I remain as convinced today, as I was on the first day, of WildEarth’s worth and wish this incredible company, and all who work for her, nothing but the very best.
I specifically want to thank Jurie and Pippa Moolman for their unfailing support over the many years. Without them, there never could have been a WildEarth and I would not have been able to steer WE through some very dark nights were it not for the foundational friendship given to Emily and me by this formidable couple. Thank you.
Another person that has been crucial to the survival of WildEarth over the past many years is Peter Braat. Without his unwavering loyalty, commitment and Vulcan-like logic WE would certainly have floundered on the rocks many years ago.
Emily, my wife, life partner, co-founder, and mother to my daughters is a true force of nature. Those that know her and us know that anything I have achieved I have only achieved because she supported me. Because she made it possible for me to achieve. Emily is my hero and I, and all of us, owe WildEarth to her.
Emily continues on at WE as I step aside and she is now going to need all the support in the world as she finds herself on this old journey in a new and scary way. I love you my darling. I’m sorry I had to make this decision, but you know that I had to do this. It was time. I will help and support you as much as I can but I know you will be fine. You are a truly amazing woman.
Of course, none of what has been achieved at WildEarth could have been achieved without you. The WE viewer community. It’s been your passion for the animals that has driven WE and me forward. Your willingness to try new things, always trusting that our mission to connect people to nature would not change.
WildEarth will carry on and grow from strength to strength. I will be watching from the sidelines like a proud father.
I will see you all again.
With love,
Graham Wallington
Thanks for this labor of love. Much gratitude.
All the best and wishing you nothing but the best in your new chapter.
Thank you Mr. Wallington for the BEST thing (WE) on the internet and now on your app. You surely have done the world a favor bringing your country’s nature to all of us around the world! It wouldn’t have been possible without you. Best wishes on your next endeavors! A dedicated viewer!
Am sorry to hear you are stepping down Graham, it has indeed been a pleasure and I too know that Emily will be fine and that you will still be there offering support and guidance. I have learnt so much about wildlife through WildEarth and am eternally grateful. Have loved every moment and will continue to do so. Thank you so much for your time, energy and unfailing belief in what you set out to do. Your goal has most certainly been achieved, Wild Earth is one in a million. Thank you.
Oh Lordy! This is a real blow! Thank you so very very much for your passion and dedication, Graham! I have watched WE since forever and committed to being an Explorer (finally) last year, you have been a driving force for the love of African Wildlife which has made me set goals for my not-so-distant future. Thank you for your unfailing spirit, thank you to Emily, and good luck in the future to you both and your family. xxx
I have loved all your townhall meetings and thought you have done so much to make WildEarthTV so interesting and educational. I watch everyday and spread WildEarthTV to my friends. You will be missed and thank you for all you have done.
Thank you for all your hard work. Sad that you are leaving. May you and Wildearth prosper.
I am gobsmacked. But delighted for your new adventures, Graham! Emily will carry on and be fabulous too. We love WildEarth and can’t wait to hear about your next journey in life. Thank you for everything that you have done and for the vision that it took in times of plenty and in the very lean moments too.
Really sorry to hear this news. There’s clearly a lot of background/politics. Just to say thank you for your passion and commitment to WE and wish you all the best for your next endeavour.