Luis Neves is the CEO of the Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (GeSI), where he leads one of the world’s foremost business platforms dedicated to harnessing digital technologies to accelerate sustainable development and climate action.

Since assuming leadership, he has transformed GeSI into a globally recognised alliance operating at the intersection of digital innovation and sustainability. By convening leading technology companies, governments, international organisations, academia, investors, and civil society, he has positioned GeSI as a trusted global platform for advancing responsible digital transformation and shaping the future of the digital economy.

Today, GeSI drives collaborative action across critical sectors including green digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence for sustainability, energy, water, healthcare, finance, sustainable supply chains, digital inclusion, and education. The organisation represents more than 55 multinational companies with a combined market capitalisation exceeding USD 6 trillion and works alongside a network of over 100 strategic partners, including United Nations agencies, multilateral institutions, universities, business associations, financial institutions, and non-profit organisations.

Luis is widely recognised for his ability to build high-impact international partnerships that bridge business, policy, and technology. Through his leadership, GeSI has become a leading global voice on how digital innovation can deliver measurable environmental, social, and economic value while supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

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