Maroun Kairouz serves as Managing Director at the World Economic Forum, where he leads the Centre for Regions, Trade and Geopolitics. In this capacity, he oversees the Forum’s global engagement with the public sector and shapes its agendas on trade, investment, and geopolitical affairs. His leadership is instrumental in fostering collaboration between governments and international organizations to address pressing global challenges.
Prior to his current role, Kairouz held several key positions within the Forum, including Director for the Middle East, Deputy Director for Europe & Eurasia, and Special Assistant to the President.
Before joining the Forum, Kairouz held leadership roles at Oxfam, the Central Bank of Lebanon, and Procter & Gamble, bringing a diverse background spanning the public sector, international development, and the private sector.
He holds a Master's degree in Economics of International Trade and an Executive Master's in Global Leadership, equipping him with a robust understanding of global economic systems and leadership dynamics.