Charles Paré

Chief Integrity Officer and Head of Legal & Compliance of the World Economic Forum
Nationality: Switzerland
Course: Legal & Compliance Roles & Responsibilities

Charles Paré is a distinguished legal and compliance professional with extensive experience leading high-impact teams and initiatives across diverse industries. As a Chief Integrity Officer and senior leader in compliance, he is dedicated to ensuring ethical practices and adherence to legal standards on a global scale.Charles has an impressive background in corporate governance, data privacy, competition law, trade compliance, and regulatory affairs. His expertise spans compliance program development, cultural and ethical transformations, and risk management. Throughout his career, he has built and led high-performance teams, implemented global compliance frameworks, and driven innovative solutions to complex legal challenges.Holding an LL.M. and multiple advanced degrees in finance, accounting, and commercial law, Charles brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his work. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in European Law, further enhancing his academic and professional expertise. Charles is known for his strategic insights, leadership, and unwavering commitment to fostering integrity and accountability in all aspects of his work.