Our - Management Team

Prem B. Tamang  is the Chairman of Sole Encounters Foundation and Sole Encounters Adventures. He oversees official matters, administration, partnerships and organizational relationships while also supporting guest relations. He works closely with the Foundation team, local communities, travellers and partners to connect responsible tourism with education, health and community development initiatives across Nepal.

Prashant Nepal is the Vice-Chairman of Sole Encounters Foundation and Sole Encounters Adventures. He oversees official matters, administration, partnerships, and organizational relationships while also supporting guest relations. He works closely with the Foundation team, local communities, travellers, and partners to connect responsible tourism with education, health, and community development initiatives across Nepal.

Ekta Bhandari is the Programs Director and Youth Counsellor at Sole Encounters Foundation, with a strong background in social work, child protection, community development, youth empowerment, and project monitoring and evaluation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Research, and Psychology and brings valuable experience in supporting vulnerable children and families, counselling, child reintegration, and community-based development initiatives.

Throughout her professional journey, Ekta has worked with communities, local stakeholders, and development organizations to promote child rights, strengthen community awareness, and improve the well-being of vulnerable groups. Passionate about creating meaningful social change, she is committed to advancing the Foundation’s initiatives in education, healthcare, child welfare, and community empowerment, helping build a brighter and more inclusive future for communities across Nepal.