Managing risks is key to sustainable growth. Organizations with strong risk cultures are better equipped to meet and exceed their goals.

Myriam Gafarou

Partner, Risk Consulting, Enterprise Risk

C-suite risk advisor, ERM thought leader, inclusion advocate, community builder, global foodie, and mom—driving purpose, resilience, and innovation in risk and beyond.

Myriam is a C-suite risk advisor and seasoned Enterprise Risk professional at EY, where she works with organizations to transform and strengthen their risk functions. She leads cross-functional teams in delivering innovative, holistic approaches to risk management, including internal audit, internal controls, compliance, and third-party risk management. Myriam serves as a strategic advisor to boards and Chief Risk Officers, helping them unlock the full value of their risk functions.

With over 20 years of experience, she has led complex, cross-border initiatives and built high-performing global teams. Myriam is also a passionate advocate for inclusion and equity, sponsoring empowerment programs at EY and serving on multiple nonprofit boards. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from Concordia University..

How Myriam is shaping the future with confidence

Myriam is shaping the future with confidence by helping organizations see risk as a strategic enabler rather than a barrier. She empowers leaders to embed risk awareness into their culture, creating more resilient and forward-thinking enterprises. Through mentorship and sponsorship, she uplifts emerging professionals, especially those from underrepresented communities. Myriam also dedicates time to nonprofit work aligned with equity and inclusion, using her voice and influence to create space for others. Her leadership fosters a sense of purpose and collaboration, helping teams thrive while making a broader impact on their organizations and communities.

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