Louise Agger Riis

Louise Agger Riis is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in impact evaluation and research across various sectors. Currently serving as the Impact and Research Implementation Field Coordinator at Fair Trade USA, Louise manages monitoring and evaluation for impact studies in Latin America and Asia, coordinating between field staff and the Impact Team. Prior to this role, Louise worked as an independent consultant focusing on social enterprises' impact management methodologies and conducting qualitative assessments in rural regions across multiple Latin American countries. Additional experience includes leading social impact initiatives at SoPact, managing sustainable development projects in Mexico, and contributing to various research and volunteer roles. Louise holds a Master’s degree in Anthropology - Global Studies and Development from Aarhus University, complemented by extensive training in corporate social responsibility and environmental studies.