Better Cotton CEO to Step Down in 2025 

Better Cotton CEO, Alan McClay, has announced his retirement and will leave the organisation in October 2025.  

McClay has led Better Cotton since 2015, in which time the organisation has grown to become a global force for sustainable change in cotton production. His vision, unwavering dedication, and personal commitment to the organisation’s mission has helped drive transformative change across the sector.   

Over the next year, McClay will remain in his role and retain his existing responsibilities to ensure a seamless and transparent leadership transition. An extensive and thorough recruitment process, managed by the Better Cotton Council, will take place in parallel, providing ample time to identify and finalise the appointment of his successor.  

Better Cotton remains committed to supporting the production of more sustainable and equitable cotton. 

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