Gabriele Apfelbacher
Ms. Apfelbacher serves as independent non-executive director on the board of Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited where she is also a member of the audit committee. In addition, Ms.
OUR MISSION
The mission of DirectWomen is to increase the representation of women lawyers on corporate boards.
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SUCCESS STORIES
Pamela F. Craven
Pamela Craven is the former Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer of Avaya Inc., a leading global provider of collaboration and communications networks and services for businesses.
Ulrika Ekman
Ulrika Ekman, 58, is an experienced board member with a background in financial and professional services, including mergers and acquisitions, governance, and strategic planning. Ms. Ekman currently serves as an