Kathleen Noreau
About Kathleen Noreau
Kathleen Noreau serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Head of Professional Services Industry at the World Economic Forum. With over a decade of experience in strategic communications and legal services, she has held various leadership roles in notable organizations, including ManpowerGroup and Bloomberg BNA.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Kathleen Noreau currently serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Head of Professional Services Industry at the World Economic Forum. She has held this position since 2023, working in a hybrid capacity from New York, New York. In her role, she focuses on developing strategic partnerships that align with the Forum's mission to improve the state of the world.
Previous Experience at World Economic Forum
Before her current role, Noreau worked at the World Economic Forum in various capacities. She was the Head of Strategic Partnerships for the Consumer, Health & Energy Industries from 2020 to 2023. Additionally, she co-founded the Women's Business Resource Group during her tenure from 2017 to 2019, promoting gender equality and women's leadership within the organization.
Legal and Strategic Communications Background
Noreau has a robust legal and strategic communications background. She served as an Attorney at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison, LLP from 2007 to 2012. Following this, she worked at Bloomberg BNA in various roles, including Senior Account Manager for the Legal Division and National Director of the Federal Courts Program. Her experience spans over a decade in strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration.
Education and Qualifications
Kathleen Noreau holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration from Georgetown University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She also earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from Suffolk University Law School, completing her studies between 2003 and 2006. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in law and strategic partnerships.
Personal Interests and Activities
In her personal time, Noreau enjoys reading, running, and biking. She has a passion for creating detailed itineraries for exploring new places with family and friends, reflecting her enthusiasm for travel and adventure. These interests contribute to her well-rounded approach to both her professional and personal life.