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Kristina Elinder Liljas

Senior Director of Sustainable Finance and Engagement - Apparel Impact Institute

Kristina's career spans a range of global leadership positions at IKEA, H&M and Steamery in production hubs across Southeast Asia, Asia-Pacific and Europe. She has held positions including sustainability project leader, business controller, logistics manager and COO, which together have given her an in-depth understanding of the complexities and challenges of  textile supply chains, and the need for strategic, long-term investment partnerships to pioneer the green transition. 

 

In her most recent role as Sweden’s Trade Commissioner to the Philippines, representing the Swedish Foreign Ministry and Business Sweden, Kristina spearheaded several projects within public private partnerships, working closely with development banks, climate financing and climate change mitigation efforts. Kristina is known for her strategic thinking, engaging communication skills, strong leadership, and ability to drive investment and agreement negotiations. She has a broad professional network and close relationships with key stakeholders globally. 

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