Benjamin Barca

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DISC Type : C

Head of Conservation at NatureMetrics

Rome, Latium, Italy

Overview

Benjamin Barca leads conservation programs at NatureMetrics, leveraging his expertise in biodiversity and eDNA methods to support global projects. An alumnus of the University of Oxford, he focuses on building robust partnerships with public, private, and NGO stakeholders to drive conservation outcomes through DNA-based data and monitoring.

Outside of work, Benjamin is an avid adventurer with a passion for fieldwork. He recently completed a 370km self-sufficient packrafting journey down the Tiber river. He has a strong connection to his Italian heritage and previously lived in Sierra Leone for nearly four years working on rainforest conservation.

Unique fact: Benjamin is a published researcher on the nest ecology of Western Chimpanzees in Sierra Leones Gola Rainforest National Park.

Personality Overview

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Information Seeker

Negotiator

They don’t appreciate bells and whistles unless backed by data.  They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms. They choose to analyze logically and value facts to emotions.

Topics They Care About

eDNA Application
His work centers on using eDNA to analyze terrestrial, freshwater, and marine systems, helping conservation projects make rapid, data-driven decisions.
Conservation Partnerships
He specializes in establishing and supporting key partnerships and networks with a diverse range of public, private, and NGO stakeholders.
Biodiversity Monitoring
He provides training on integrating DNA-based tools into biodiversity monitoring strategies and runs multi-stakeholder workshops in the field.

Media Appearances

Benjamin has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2021
Head of Conservation at NatureMetrics
10-2019 - 5-2021
Business Development Manager: Conservation at NatureMetrics
4-2016 - 9-2019
Technical Advisor at RSPB/GRNP
9-2014 - 9-2015
Junior Advisor at Wildlife Conservation Society
1-2014 - 9-2014
Project Coordinator - FAME at RSPB

Education

2012 - 2013
Master of Science (MSc) from University of Oxford
2006 - 2010
Ecology and Conservation from University of St Andrews
2001 - 2006
Maturitá Italiana from Liceo T.Tasso Roma

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Don’t forget to mention how you compare to competition on both features and pricing
  • Use phrases like ‘expect X% improvement’, ‘data clearly shows’ etc.
  • Be ready to answer many clarity-seeking questions and requests for information

DONT's

  • Avoid pushing them too much to involve other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘others just love’ etc.
  • Don't give superficial answers, they are easily rattled by them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Benjamin is

  • Proven ROI, pricing and objective proof points are the factors that sway their decision.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Benjamin

  • They are comfortable saying no if they are convinced that it is the correct decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Benjamin move?

  • They are neither the fastest nor the slowest decision makers, they are somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Benjamin take some risk or not?

  • They can bear some risk if their analysis backs the decision.

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