Ruth Butterworth is a highly qualified professional with a diverse educational background and a wealth of experience in the field of economics, marketing, and food management.

She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Economy from the University of Greenwich, a Master's degree in Economics of Rural Change from Imperial College London, and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Food Management from Cranfield University.

Ruth currently serves as a Food Security and Livelihoods Advisor at Save the Children UK, where she applies her expertise to make a positive impact in ensuring food security and sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable populations.