Ajahn Kusalo is a Buddhist monk in the Thai Forest Tradition. He established and served as the co-abbot of Tisarana Buddhist Monastery in Canada before moving back to Bodhinyanarama in 2012. He was born in New Zealand and ordained as a monk in 1992 under the guidance of Ajahn Sumedho.

Prior to his ordination, Ajahn Kusalo lived a householder life and worked as a builder and carpenter. He has been trained in the lineage of Ajahn Chah, a renowned Thai Forest meditation master, and spent several years practicing in various monasteries, including Amaravati Monastery in the UK and Bodhinyanarama Monastery in New Zealand.

Ajahn Kusalo is known for his practical approach to Buddhist teachings, emphasizing mindfulness and meditation in everyday life. He has led retreats and given teachings around the world, sharing his experience and wisdom with both laypeople and monastics.

In addition to his role as co-abbot at Tisarana Monastery, Ajahn Kusalo also serves as a guiding elder for other monastic communities in North America and contributes to the wider Buddhist community through his teaching and example.