Our Team

Cassie bingham, co founder

Cassie’s perspective of the world drastically changed as she completed her degree in Social Anthropology and International Development. She believes in the inherent value of all types of humans and the cultures they build, and has applied this belief while living for months at at time in Ghana, Japan, Bolivia, Uganda, and Greece. Her cultural studies led her to a passion for social activism, which informed her work on the development team of a community organization for Hispanic immigrants in the US, and as a humanitarian team leader for an international nonprofit. She sees Kinfara as an effective route for adventurers to combine a study of culture with social activism at its best. 

Annie johnson, co founder

Annie loves the visual narrative. Whether she is photo documenting female entrepreneurs in Uganda or grabbing video footage of community centers for refugees in Greece, she is constantly attempting to honor the stories of the global citizens around her. Having studied International and Documentary Studies, she excels at program frame working and development, as well as cultural storytelling. For Annie, Kinfara is a chance for conscious travelers to become exposed to the varied perspectives humans have to offer, in the most empowering and ethical ways. 

In-Country Advisors

EVA - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STAND UGANDA

Six years ago Eva saw the needs of vulnerable people in her community and founded her charitable organization, STAND Uganda. She continues to run STAND while working a full time job as an artisan shop sales associate. She advises Kinfara Travel in the development of community partnerships.

FRED KITIMBO - CEO, MABIRA VILLAGE

Fred is an innovative entrepreneur with a degree in Software Engineering. He has extensive experience in the construction industry, and has recently started developing his own tourism compound on the edge of the rainforest. Fred is Kinfara Travel’s partner in meals and accommodation.

TINA KYAMBADDE - DIRECTOR, Amaani collective

For close to eight years, Tina has been the Ugandan director of an international co-op that employs over 50 women. Her invaluable expertise in business and management has allowed her to advise Kinfara Travel on everything from Ugandan cultural practices to viable product packages.