Alexis Ellicott is an executive-level management professional and specialist in food security and agricultural market systems. With over 20 years of experience, she has led teams across South and Central Asia, West Africa, and the U.S. Alexis specializes in building private sector–led solutions that improve agricultural productivity, resilience, and inclusive economic growth.

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As a proven project director and strategic advisor, she has managed large-scale, multimillion-dollar programs, mobilized stakeholder partnerships, and delivered results through adaptive management, team building, and local engagement. Alexis brings a practical, solutions-oriented approach to transforming agricultural systems, with a strong focus on performance, impact, and sustainability.

Based in Nepal and deeply embedded in the South Asian context, Alexis offers agile, executive-level support to development initiatives across the region. Fluent in French and proficient in Russian, Alexis brings over two decades of experience leading diverse, multicultural teams and delivering high-impact solutions in agriculture and private sector development. Whether serving as a project or managing director, conducting technical assessments, or supporting business development and strategy, Alexis combines on-the-ground insight with a proven ability to drive results through inclusive, market-driven approaches.