Lee Recht

Lee Recht, PhD, currently serves as Chairwoman of the Food Systems Sub-Committee at MENA2050, focusing on agri-food systems transformation in the Middle East and North Africa. With extensive experience in sustainability and innovation, previous roles include Vice President of Sustainability & Policy and Head of Sustainability at Aleph Farms, Advisory Board Member at Fabumin, and Director of R&D Innovation at The Builders. In the governmental sector, Lee was a Scientific Advisor at the Israeli Ministry of Economy and Industry, addressing challenges in the cleantech sector. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Microalgae and Biotechnology, an MBA in Strategy and International Management, and a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology from prestigious Israeli institutions.