Jihad Azour

Jihad Azour is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the fields of economics, finance, and advisory services. Currently serving as the Director at the International Monetary Fund since March 2017, Azour has held various significant roles, including Member of the Board at CMA CGM and Managing Partner at INVENTIS Partners. Notable previous positions include Minister of Finance of Lebanon, where Azour led key economic reforms during a critical period, and Senior Executive Advisor at Booz & Company, providing strategic consultancy to high-level institutions. Azour's educational background includes a Post Doctoral Fellowship in International Economics from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in Economics from Sciences Po.