Vinciane Patelou

Vinciane Patelou is an accomplished professional with extensive expertise in public affairs and food policy. Currently serving as the Head of EU at Compassion in World Farming EU since September 2024, Vinciane also imparts knowledge as a part-time lecturer at Sciences Po Lille, focusing on food industry strategies and public affairs practices. With a rich background, Vinciane has held significant roles such as Director of Consumer Policy at WFA, Head of Advocacy at spiritsEUROPE, and Director at the European Plant-Based Foods Association (ENSA), where strategic leadership contributed to promoting sustainable food systems. Additional experience includes positions at Dentons Global Advisors, Teneo, and Hill+Knowlton Strategies. Vinciane holds a Master’s degree in European Affairs from Sciences Po Lille and has furthered education at the University of Copenhagen.