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Cecilia McAleavey

VP Global Public Affairs

Oatly

Cecilia leads global public affairs and advocacy at Oatly, working at the intersection of food, nutrition and sustainability. Since joining in 2016, she has helped position Oatly as a leading voice in policy and advocacy around plant-based diets and more sustainable food systems.

Her background spans journalism, EU policymaking, academia, and the food industry, including roles at Orkla and the European Commission. Working with a brand known for challenging industry norms, she advocates for aligning food policy with climate and public health goals, and is known for bringing a clear, systems-level perspective to the future of food.