Orla McAleer is chief culture officer at Alltech, where she champions the company’s people-focused culture and aligns its purpose, mission and values. With over 20 years at Alltech, she has led global teams, built strong cross-cultural relationships, and played a central role in the company’s growth and brand evolution.
Previously, Orla served as chief marketing officer, overseeing global marketing across 120+ markets. Her career has spanned roles in Europe and Asia, where she built teams, led brand expansion and managed major initiatives, including the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™.
She holds a master’s in business, leadership and management practice from UCD Smurfit School, a bachelor’s in business studies from Trinity College Dublin, and a diploma in public relations.

