Ivan Pictet joins the Board of the Kofi Annan Foundation
The Kofi Annan Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ivan Pictet, banker and philanthropist, to the Board of the Kofi Annan Foundation.
“I am delighted to welcome Ivan Pictet to the Board of the Foundation,” said Chair of the Board Elhadj As Sy. “Ivan brings to the Board several decades of experience from a distinguished career in finance. His expertise in private-public partnerships and effective governance will be of great value to the Foundation as it works to help build peaceful, democratic and resilient societies.”
“Kofi Annan was one of the most esteemed persons I have ever met,” Mr. Pictet said. “We were close friends for over 20 years, during which time I had the privilege of seeing him on a frequent and regular basis. Our friendship has inspired my commitment to promote multilateral cooperation and public-private partnerships. I’m joining the Kofi Annan Foundation and will endeavour to honour and uphold his legacy.”
“My friendship with Kofi Annan has inspired my commitment to promote multilateral cooperation and public-private partnerships.”
“On behalf of the staff, I am delighted to welcome Ivan Pictet to the Foundation. We look forward to his guidance as we continue to mobilise leadership from all sectors of society in the service of peace and democracy,” said Corinne Momal-Vanian, Executive Director of the Kofi Annan Foundation. “As a highly regarded leader in the global financial sector and a strong supporter of multilateral cooperation, he brings a wealth of experience from his extensive and highly successful career, which will be a great asset as we look to expand our partnerships with other actors in International Geneva and beyond, including private sector organisations.”
