Pilar Zárate
About Pilar Zárate
Pilar Zárate is a Global Shaper and Head of Culture & Community at the World Economic Forum, where she has worked since 2018. She is also the Cofounder and CEO of Bonda, and has a background in business development, innovation, and social impact.
Work at World Economic Forum
Pilar Zárate has been serving as a Global Shaper and Head of Culture & Community at the World Economic Forum since 2018. In this role, she focuses on fostering community engagement and cultural initiatives that align with the Forum's mission. Her work involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders to promote dialogue and innovation in addressing global challenges.
Education and Expertise
Pilar Zárate has an extensive educational background, having studied at prestigious institutions. She attended Harvard Summer School in 2011, focusing on Politics, Education, and Religion. She also studied Entrepreneurship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2016. Additionally, she holds a certification in New Ventures Leadership from MIT, which enhances her expertise in innovation and social impact.
Background
Pilar Zárate grew up in Colombia, a country significantly affected by armed conflict. This background has shaped her commitment to leveraging technology to address inequalities and foster connections among diverse communities. Her experiences have informed her approach to community engagement and social entrepreneurship.
Achievements
Pilar Zárate co-founded a non-profit organization in Colombia that worked with the government to design programs aimed at promoting empathy, dialogue, and healing in communities impacted by armed conflict. She has also served as a guest speaker at the Annual Meeting of the New Champions in 2018, discussing technology's role in creating a sustainable future for the care economy.
Professional Experience
Pilar Zárate has held various roles in business development and consulting. She worked at Global BMT Consulting from 2015 to 2017 and at Ulead International for a brief period in 2018. She also co-founded DOERS APP in Bogotá, Colombia, from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she has experience in marketing research from her time at Nestlé in 2015.