Christine Lagarde
Biography
Christine Lagarde was a trailblazing French politician and lawyer who rose to prominence as the first woman to hold key positions in France's Government of Economy and Finance. She led the IMF from 2011 to 2019, followed by a stint as President of the European Central Bank since 2019. A dedicated public servant, Lagarde has been recognized for her leadership, with Forbes ranking her number two on its World's 100 Most Powerful Women list in 2020 and 2021.