Angel Gurría

Angel Gurría has been the Secretary-General for the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) since June 2006. During this time he has reinforced the OECD's role as a "hub" for global dialogue and debate on economic policy issues while pursuing internal modernization and reform. Under his leadership, the OECD has expanded its membership to include Chile, Estonia, Israel, and Slovenia and opened accession talks with Russia. It has also strengthened its links with other major emerging economies, including Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, and South Africa, with the possibility for memberships. The OECD is now an active participant in both the G-8 and the G-20 Summit processes.

Mr. Gurría has participated in various international not-for-profit organizations, including the Population Council based in New York, and the Center for Global Development based in Washington D.C. He has chaired the International Task Force on Financing Water for All and continues to be deeply involved in water issues. He is a member of the International Advisory Board of Governors for the Centre for International Governance Innovation, based in Canada.

Mr. Gurría holds a B.A. degree in Economics from UNAM (Mexico), and a M.A. degree in Economics from Leeds University (United Kingdom).  He was the first recipient of the Globalist of the Year Award from the Canadian International Council for his efforts as a global citizen, promoting trans-nationalism, inclusiveness, and global consciousness.