Career Biography

Felipe Barbosa is Regional General Counsel for South America at Arkema, where he leads the legal, compliance and Public Affairs function across the region and advises senior leadership on strategic business matters, governance, compliance, risk management, and growth initiatives. 

With nearly two decades of experience in multinational organisations, Felipe has developed a strong track record in aligning legal strategy with business objectives, supporting complex transactions, corporate transformations, innovation projects, and high-stakes decision-making. His career spans leadership roles across diverse industries, including chemicals, food and beverage and financial services. 

Recognised for his business-oriented approach, Felipe advocates for the evolution of legal departments from traditional support functions to value-creating strategic partners. His work focuses on enabling sustainable growth, fostering innovation, strengthening governance frameworks, and helping organisations navigate increasingly complex regulatory and commercial environments. 

A strong believer in continuous learning and leadership development, Felipe combines deep legal expertise with a practical understanding of business dynamics, contributing to the advancement of the legal profession and the growing role of General Counsel as trusted advisors to executive teams and boards.