Florence Lasbennes

Florence Lasbennes is an accomplished professional in the field of sustainable development and agriculture. She currently serves as the Managing Director at 4SD (Skills, Systems and Synergies for Sustainable Development), a Swiss social enterprise.45

Professional Background

Florence is an agronomist by training, having graduated from the French National Institute of Agronomy with a specialization in land issues.6 Her career has been marked by a commitment to sustainable development, nutrition, and food systems.

Current Role

As the Managing Director of 4SD Foundation, Florence works alongside David Nabarro, who serves as the Strategic Director.12 The foundation, co-founded by Lasbennes and Nabarro, focuses on enabling people to navigate complex challenges using Living Systems Leadership. Their aim is to promote equity, justice, and regenerative futures in a rapidly changing world.1

Previous Positions

Before her current role at 4SD, Florence held several significant positions:

• Director of Secretariat at Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement (2016-2018)
• Chief of Staff in the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) (2014-2016)5

Expertise and Focus

Florence's work centers on supporting established and emerging leaders in optimizing societal impact and environmental integrity. She has a particular emphasis on prioritizing the needs of people with the least agency and resources, striving to ensure no one is left behind.1

LinkedIn Profile

Florence Lasbennes' LinkedIn profile can be found under the username florence-lasbennes-534340a4. Her profile indicates that she is based in Geneva and has over 500 connections on the platform.3