Johanna Ralston
Johanna is a global leader in noncommunicable disease advocacy, with over 20 years’ experience of working in NCDs worldwide.
Johanna has been CEO of World Obesity Federation since 2017, working with over 100 member organisations from across the globe and expert board and committee members on delivering the Federation's priorities of global advocacy, convening, education and data and science. A new three year plan launched in January focuses on continuing to expand and strengthen action on obesity from prevention to management, working with members, WHO and other key stakeholders.
Previously, Johanna was CEO of the World Heart Federation and VP Global Affairs of the American Cancer Society, where she led global cancer and tobacco control programs. She is a citizen of the US and Sweden and is a lived experience advocate.
