Evalena Skalstad

EvaLena Skalstad is a highly experienced professional specializing in sustainable agriculture and food systems. Currently serving as a Senior Expert at Naturskyddsföreningen since August 2023, Skalstad also holds the position of Board Member at Leader Nordvästra Skaraborg. As the owner of Miljökompetens HB since 1996, Skalstad has developed sustainable strategies and business models while also taking on roles as a process leader, facilitator, and coach. Previous experience includes project management at Rätt från Slätt, where the focus was on local food production, and serving as Executive Director at Lapland Vuollerim Welcomes You, promoting community-based tourism. Additional roles include research engineering at Luleå University of Technology and sales and marketing for artisan cheese. Skalstad has substantial agricultural experience from managing a dairy farm specializing in native breeds. Education was completed at the University of Gothenburg, Skurup Lantbruksskola, and Nuntorp.