Charles Paré
About Charles Paré
Charles Paré serves as the Chief Integrity Officer and Head of Legal & Compliance at the World Economic Forum, bringing extensive experience in ethics and compliance across various industries. He holds multiple degrees, including a Master's in Business/Management and a PhD in International & European Law, and has worked in leadership roles at organizations such as Philip Morris International and CEVA Logistics.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Charles Paré serves as the Chief Integrity Officer and Head of Legal & Compliance at the World Economic Forum. He has held this position since 2022 in the Geneva Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing compliance and integrity initiatives, ensuring adherence to legal standards and ethical practices within the organization.
Previous Experience at World Economic Forum
Before his current role, Charles Paré briefly worked at the World Economic Forum as Chief Integrity Officer & Head of Compliance for two months in 2022. His experience in this capacity contributed to the organization's compliance framework during a period of transformation.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Charles Paré has an extensive educational background. He studied at the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, where he earned multiple Master's degrees in Business/Management, Accounting, and Commercial Law. He also holds a Master of Laws (LLM) from Université de Fribourg - Universität Freiburg, focusing on Competition Law, Data Privacy, and Regulatory Compliance. Additionally, he is pursuing a PhD in International and European Law at Università Bocconi.
Professional Experience in Compliance and Ethics
Charles Paré has significant experience in managing ethics and compliance programs across various industries. He worked at Philip Morris International in multiple roles, including Head of Ethics & Compliance for EU-West and Manager of Ethics Compliance Risk & Planning. His career also includes positions at CEVA Logistics, Unisys, and Caddie SA, where he focused on compliance, risk management, and financial oversight.
Core Competencies and Skills
Charles Paré possesses a diverse skill set in areas such as anti-corruption, anti-trust, and regulatory compliance. He has expertise in transitioning compliance programs from rule-based to principle-driven approaches. His competencies extend to behavioral science applications in risk management, as well as knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning, which he integrates into compliance strategies.