Chantal Genermont

Professional Background

Chantal Genemont joined Forvis Mazars as a Partner in France, bringing over 20 years of international leadership experience across the energy, software, and data sectors.

She specializes in digital transformation, innovation, and AI-related risk governance, advising organizations in France and internationally.

Career & Experience

Chantal is the founder of Bridge AI, where she supports executives in addressing both the risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence, including:

  • Financial risks
  • Operational risks
  • Legal and regulatory risks
  • Reputational risks
  • HR and organizational risks

Productivity and innovation opportunities

She also contributes to national-level strategic initiatives, including:

  • Officer in the French Naval Reserve
  • Participant in the Institut des Hautes Études de Défense Nationale (IHEDN), focusing on digital sovereignty and cybersecurity

Education & Professional Background

Chantal holds degrees from:

  • Stanford Law School
  • Université Paris-Dauphine

She is admitted to the New York Bar and the Paris Bar, and has served as a board member for both listed and unlisted companies in industrial and digital services sectors.

Areas of Expertise

  • Artificial intelligence governance and risk management
  • Digital transformation strategy
  • Cybersecurity and digital sovereignty
  • Energy and technology sectors
  • Corporate governance and board advisory
  • Innovation strategy

Recognition & Engagement

Chantal is:

  • Knight of the French National Order of Merit (Ordre National du Mérite)
  • Actively engaged in women’s leadership and mentoring initiatives

Professional Approach

She is recognized for:

  • Strong international legal and strategic expertise
  • Ability to bridge law, technology, and executive strategy
  • Deep understanding of AI governance and emerging risks
  • Commitment to public interest and leadership development

Chantal Genemont combines legal excellence, strategic leadership, and deep expertise in AI governance, supporting organizations in navigating digital transformation and emerging technological risks within Forvis Mazars.

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