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Chairman of The Carbon War Room Former President of Costa Rica Former CEO of the World Economic Forum

José María Figueres served as President of Costa Rica from 1994 to 1998. Elected to office aged 39, he was the youngest President of a Latin American country in modern times. Today his work revolves around the issues of climate change and sustainable development, serving as CEO of Concordia 21 and Chairman of the Carbon War Room, an initiative with Sir Richard Branson that develops market-driven solutions to mitigate climate change. He is also a member of the United Nations Secretary General’s Advisory Group on Energy and Climate Change.

“We have to get it right the first time – we can only have a plan A because there is no planet B”

In detail

Prior to serving as President, José Maria was Minister of Foreign Trade and Minister of Agriculture. He has pioneered the linkage between sustainable development and technology, in the realms of business, public service, and non-profit organisations. He helped create and lead the United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force and is the founder of the Fundación Costa Rica para el Desarrollo Sostenible in Costa Rica. In 2000, he joined the WEF and became its first CEO in 2003.

What he offers you

As a former head of state deeply involved in the search for solutions to global challenges he offers a truly unique perspective into the world of business and international affairs and development. He speaks knowledgeably and passionately about how changes in the world can be brought about through innovation and principled leadership. He is able to advise and inspire organisations to set a course and do their best in navigating through a world of uncertainties and challenges.

How he presents

José María Figueres is recognised as a world-class speaker and moderator. He has been a keynote speaker at many of the world’s most prestigious conferences and forums. He provides perspectives on future trends in an informative and thought provoking manner. Passion is undisputedly one of his strengths, but so is validity of his message. His inspirational presentations are both well researched and compelling.

Distinguished Board Member

Chairman, Carbon War Room

Chairman, Global Fairness Initiative

UN Secretary General’s Advisory Group on Climate and Energy

Trustee, DARA

Trustee, FRIDE

Clinton Global Initiative

Earth Council Geneva

Watch a video presentation of Jose Maria Figueres Olsen

Innovation and Competitiveness

Leadership

The Economic Opportunity in Addressing Climate Change

Sustainable Economic Development

Attracting Foreign Investment

2010
Key Elements for a 2020 Competitiveness Agenda in the Americas

1996
Remarkable Events in Central America: International Perspectives on Sustainability

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