Leah Buckley
About Leah Buckley
Leah Buckley is a Product Manager at Global Fishing Watch, where she has worked since 2021, focusing on developing risk indicator products for ocean management. With a decade of experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement in the seafood industry, she previously held roles at the Marine Stewardship Council and the International Potato Center.
Current Role at Global Fishing Watch
Leah Buckley serves as a Product Manager at Global Fishing Watch, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing new risk indicator products aimed at transforming ocean management. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of promoting sustainable fishing practices and enhancing transparency in ocean governance. Based in London, United Kingdom, she leverages her expertise to address complex challenges in the seafood industry.
Previous Experience at Marine Stewardship Council
Prior to her current role, Leah Buckley worked at the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) as a Senior Social Policy Manager from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years at MSC, she specialized in social policy issues related to sustainable fishing practices. Her experience at MSC equipped her with insights into stakeholder engagement and policy development within the seafood sector.
Research Consultant at International Potato Center
Leah Buckley worked as a Research Consultant at the International Potato Center (CIP) from 2012 to 2014 in Quito, Ecuador. In this role, she contributed to research initiatives that supported agricultural development. Her experience at CIP added to her understanding of project management and stakeholder collaboration in international contexts.
Educational Background
Leah Buckley holds a Master's degree in International Public Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University, which she completed in 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in International Development and Political Science from Trent University, graduating in 2009. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in policy development and project management in the seafood industry.
Expertise in Seafood Sustainability
Leah Buckley has over a decade of experience in policy development, project management, and stakeholder engagement, specifically focused on seafood sustainability and traceability. She is motivated by improving governance in the global seafood industry, enhancing working conditions, and minimizing environmental impacts. Her expertise is particularly relevant in multi-stakeholder environments, where complex issues require innovative solutions.