Britta Riis

Britta Riis serves as the Director (CEO) of Dyrenes Beskyttelse since August 2009, leading the organization with a focus on its historic roots and future ambitions. In addition, Britta holds a position as a Member of the City Council in Gentofte Kommune from January 2022, contributing to various committees related to urban planning, culture, youth, and environmental issues. Prior experience includes roles as CEO/Secretary General of Dansk Ride Forbund from February 2005 to August 2009, where strategic transformations were implemented, and as a Consultant for Team Danmark from 1999 to 2005, focusing on leadership development in sports. Educational qualifications encompass a Master's degree in Political Science from Aarhus University and various executive programs related to board education and digital transformation.