The Changemaker Awards Jury
Meet the Changemaker Awards jury
The Changemaker Awards are guided by an inspiring group of leaders from around the world who bring deep expertise, diverse perspectives, and a shared commitment to advancing agriculture. Representing different regions and disciplines along the agricultural value chain, the jury reflects the breadth and ambition of the Changemaker Awards.
Grounded in real-world experience and informed by global perspectives, this exceptional panel brings practical insight to the selection process. Together, they will help identify and elevate initiatives with the potential to drive meaningful, lasting change in agriculture.
Introducing the 2026 changemaker jury
“I am thrilled to join the Changemaker Awards Jury to support women driving change in sustainable agriculture to advance food and farming systems.”
Located in: USA
Christy Slay
With 17 years of experience in corporate sustainability, Christy leads global efforts to make products sustainable by bringing together science, business, and innovation. Her work focuses on building resilient supply chains that deliver long-term value for people and the planet.
"Recognizing projects that promote Triple Impact production models is a powerful way to spark real change, and I’m proud to support that mission.”
Located in: Argentina
Diana Gaglietti
Diana has more than 20 years of experience supporting the implementation of sustainable production systems. Her work spans technical advisory services, training, and the coordination and execution of certification processes across agricultural value chains.
"The only way to maintain agriculture in the future is respecting the use of natural resources, introducing nature as a key factor and taking care of social aspects. I’m proud to join the Changemaker Jury and champion projects that shape a more resilient future.”
Located in: Spain
Felipe Fuentelsaz
With extensive expertise in sustainability and years of field-level experience, Felipe works closely with farmers, markets, standards owners, and companies to strengthen environmental outcomes and conserve vital natural resources.
"Having seen firsthand the passion and hard work of farming communities, I’m excited to help shine a spotlight on their transformative work through the Changemaker Awards.”
Located in: Egypt
Manal Saleh
Manal is the founder of Blue Moon LLC in Egypt and has worked with voluntary sustainability standards in agriculture and food production since 1998. Her career has given her extensive firsthand experience with the daily realities of smallholder farmers in Egypt and across many developing countries.
"Sustainable change can only succeed if we take responsibility together. Bold ideas and genuine transformations that strengthen people, nature and security of supply deserve visibility and recognition.”
Located in: Germany
Stephanie Finkbeiner
Stephanie Finkbeiner has held various management positions at EDEKA ZENTRALE Stiftung & Co. KG for almost 15 years. As Head of Sustainability and CSR, she focuses on shaping and driving transformation across key business areas to reduce EDEKA’s ecological footprint, with the goal of operating within planetary boundaries. She is also responsible for the WWF x EDEKA partnership.
The Jury panel will choose the winners of the Changemaker Awards, announced live on stage at the AGRAYA SUMMIT 2026 in Bologna.
