Isabelle Leliaert
About Isabelle Leliaert
Isabelle Leliaert serves as the Business Engagement Lead at the World Economic Forum, focusing on equitable economic recovery and social justice. She has a diverse background in leadership roles across various organizations, including the United Nations and B·U·T global.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Isabelle Leliaert serves as the Business Engagement Lead at the Centre for the New Economy and Society at the World Economic Forum. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to discussions and initiatives focused on equitable economic recovery and the development of a skills-based labor market. Her role emphasizes transforming education, diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
Previous Experience at World Economic Forum
Prior to her current role, Isabelle Leliaert worked at the World Economic Forum as a Business Engagement professional in the Consumer Industries sector for six months in 2019. This experience provided her with insights into the intersection of business and societal challenges, further informing her current responsibilities.
Professional Background
Isabelle Leliaert has a diverse professional background, including roles such as Regional Director at B·U·T global from 2013 to 2015 in Switzerland, and Commercial Director at Virtua SA from 2016 to 2017 in Morges, Switzerland. She also served as General Manager for South East Asia at Digilis from 2011 to 2013 in Singapore and worked as a Project Manager at Afa Press from 2007 to 2010.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Isabelle Leliaert studied at Ghent University, where she earned her Bachelor's degree from 2000 to 2002 and her Master's degree from 2002 to 2004. Her academic background supports her professional endeavors in business engagement and social issues.
International Experience
Isabelle Leliaert has international experience, having worked with the United Nations on a gender equality assignment in the Dominican Republic from 2005 to 2006. She also spent time working globally, including her role as a Project Manager at Afa Press, which involved projects across various regions.