Stephan Ruiz
About Stephan Ruiz
Stephan Ruiz is the Head of Group Controlling, Finance & Operations USA at the World Economic Forum and a member of its Executive Committee. He has over eight years of experience in leading finance and operations while focusing on global impact initiatives related to ESG, sustainability, and climate change.
Work at World Economic Forum
Stephan Ruiz has been with the World Economic Forum for over eight years, serving as the Head of Group Controlling, Finance & Operations USA. He has been a member of the Executive Committee since 2015. In this role, he focuses on finance and operations, contributing to the organization's global initiatives in sustainability and climate change.
Education and Expertise
Stephan Ruiz has a diverse educational background. He studied at NEOMA Business School, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 1990 to 1993. He also attended Harvard Kennedy School, where he completed a program in Global Leadership and Public Policy in the 21st Century in 2019. His expertise includes ESG, sustainability, green technology, net zero initiatives, and climate change.
Background
Stephan Ruiz's career spans various roles in finance and operations across multiple organizations. He worked at General Electric as Finance Director for GE Transportation IS in the USA from 1995 to 2002. He then served as Finance Director for Alstom Transport in London from 2005 to 2007 and held the position of Controller at Alstom Transport in Italy for eight months in 2004. Additionally, he was an Associate General Manager at Thales in Mexico City from 1993 to 1995.
Professional Experience
Stephan Ruiz has accumulated extensive professional experience in finance and operations. His tenure at General Electric lasted seven years, followed by two years at Thales. He then transitioned to Alstom Transport, where he held two significant roles over three years. His diverse experience in different regions, including the USA, Mexico, and Europe, has equipped him with a broad understanding of global finance and operational strategies.