Élisabeth MORENO

Bio

Elisabeth Moreno is a woman of impact, recognized for her ability to turn challenges into opportunities. Former French Minister for Gender Equality, Diversity, and Equal Opportunities, she now embodies inclusive leadership and innovation in service of the greater good. Born in the Cape Verde Islands and raised in France, she is a living symbol of resilience and determination. Her professional journey began at the age of 20 when she founded her first company in the construction and thermal insulation sector, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and determination to tackle challenges early on. She went on to build an exceptional career across five continents, holding strategic positions in renowned companies. She entered the Tech sector with Orange, later joining Dell Technologies EMEA, where she led ambitious transformation projects. In 2012, she became the CEO of Lenovo France, and was subsequently appointed Vice President of Hewlett Packard Africa, where she contributed to the technological and social development of the continent. In parallel, she dedicated herself to economic justice by serving as a consular judge, underscoring her commitment to ethical and responsible governance. Today, she leads LEIA Partners, a firm that supports leaders and companies in their transition toward responsible and sustainable governance models. As Chairwoman of Ring Capital and President of Ring Africa, she promotes impact driven investments to address the economic, social, and environmental challenges of our time. A recipient of the Legion of Honour in France, the Order of the Lion in Senegal, Doctor Honoris causa from Jarkhand Rai University in India and co-author of the book Women Ministers and Feminists, Elisabeth Moreno sums up her mission in one conviction : “Through my journey and commitments, I strive to inspire a new generation of leaders to combine ambition, inclusion, and impact to build a fairer and more sustainable future.”