OUR TEAM

Nancy Abraham | Founder

Nancy Abraham is the President of Trio Advisors Inc., an investment management firm. Before founding Trio Advisors, she held executive positions at Lehman Brothers and the Union Bank of Switzerland ( UBS ). A seasoned lawyer, Ms. Abraham practiced law at the esteemed law firm Sullivan and Cromwell in New York. Ms. Abraham earned a bachelor’s degree from Barnard College and a law degree, with honors, from Columbia Law School.

Ms. Abraham has cared deeply about the well-being of all animals, wild and domestic, for over 50 years. After serving on the Boards of various international conservation organizations, both large and small, she founded the Abraham Foundation so that she would be able to work in areas of animal conservation that are currently being overlooked with the hopes of making a difference in the lives of the voiceless. 

Nikki Giacobazzi | Executive Director

Joining Trunks Up at its inception in 2018, Nikki has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization's mission and vision.

Nikki's journey into conservation was sparked by a transformative encounter with Lek Chailert and an immersive experience among the elephant herd, a serendipitous moment that forever changed her trajectory.

Driven by this newfound purpose, Nikki embarked on a journey of education, immersing herself in the world of wildlife conservation. Armed with a relentless passion and unwavering determination, Nikki is dedicated to turning empathy into action for the benefit of the planet and the many threatened species that call it home.

Olivia Anderson | Communications Manager

Olivia spent her childhood caring for animals in her local community. Alongside her mother, Olivia helped manage and rescue the local feral cat population, developing a strong purpose for helping animals in need. Eventually moving to the Texas Hill Country, Olivia learned about wildlife management and the important balance of the natural environment in a ranch-setting.

Working in the Tech industry after graduating from the University of Texas, Olivia moved to London, UK where she developed her expertise on social media and online community management.

In 2021, Olivia wanted to return to her roots and do something meaningful for the world. Working for Trunks Up has been a dream come true and Olivia’s dedication to the plight of Asian elephants grows more and more each day.

Amelia Joyce | Creative Director

Amelia is a creative director, photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles. With over 20 years of experience, she has dedicated her hands-on, highly conceptual skill set to musicians, fashion brands and publishing, commercial advertising, and entertainment. 

Combining her passion for visual arts and animal rights, she wrote and directed Froggy, an eco-horror short film. Amelia’s ambition is to communicate a call to action for a better future for animals and the environment through striking content and storytelling.

She cherishes the great privilege of working with the Trunks Up team in the US and in Thailand.