Cecilia Pagkalinawan

Fractional CMO | Sustainability & Climate Change Leader

Professional Overview

Cecilia Pagkalinawan is an accomplished marketing executive and sustainability advocate with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and impactful change. As a Fractional CMO, she leverages her extensive expertise in marketing, sustainability, and climate action to help organizations navigate the evolving business landscape and achieve their growth objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Fractional CMO, Align with Africa (2024 - Present)

• Providing strategic marketing leadership and guidance to a leading social enterprise focused on sustainable development in Africa

• Developing and executing comprehensive marketing plans to raise brand awareness, foster stakeholder engagement, and drive revenue growth

• Spearheading the integration of sustainability best practices across all marketing initiatives to align with the organization's mission and values

Speaker, Women and Climate (2024 - Present)

• Sharing insights and inspiring action on critical sustainability and climate-related topics, including sustainable fashion, clean energy, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Leadership Trust, Samudra Group (2024 - Present)

• Serving as a trusted advisor on the Sustainability Leadership Trust, contributing to the development of innovative sustainability strategies and initiatives

Founding Member, Dreamers & Doers® (2014 - Present)

• Actively involved in the Dreamers & Doers® community, supporting and empowering a network of purpose-driven entrepreneurs and innovators

Previous Experience

Marketing Consultant, Transformative (2024 - 2024)

• Provided strategic marketing guidance and implementation support to a prominent sustainability-focused consulting firm

Academic Background

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Sustainability Management, New York University

• Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing, University of California, Los Angeles

Areas of Expertise

• Sustainable marketing and brand management

• Sustainability strategy and implementation

• Climate change mitigation and adaptation

• Stakeholder engagement and community building

• Cross-functional collaboration and leadership

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the development and launch of a award-winning sustainability-focused marketing campaign for a leading renewable energy provider

• Served as a keynote speaker at the UN Climate Change Conference, sharing insights on the intersection of sustainable fashion and climate action

• Recognized as a "Top 40 Under 40" sustainability leader by Sustainable Business Magazine

Conclusion

Cecilia Pagkalinawan is a visionary marketing professional and sustainability advocate who is committed to driving positive change through innovative, purpose-driven initiatives. With her extensive expertise, strategic mindset, and passion for sustainability, she is well-poised to guide organizations in navigating the evolving business landscape and achieving their growth and impact goals.