Victor Adafinoaiei | Head of Digital Ethics & Compliance by Design
Takeda

Victor Adafinoaiei, MSc is an accomplished leader specializing in Digital Ethics, AI Governance, and Risk Management. He brings extensive cross-industry experience—from pharmaceuticals and financial services to telecommunications—in guiding global teams toward responsible innovation. With a customer-first, human-centered perspective, Victor excels at aligning advanced technologies like AI and Big Data with ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and corporate values.   Currently serving as Head of Digital Ethics & Compliance by Design at Takeda, Victor has also held senior roles at Novartis, BNP Paribas, and Saint-Gobain. His strategic insights in cybersecurity, data ethics, and compliance have enabled organizations to mitigate risks and drive sustainable transformation proactively. A passionate advocate of collaborative leadership, Victor fosters open dialogue, empowers high-performing teams, and champions transparency as the cornerstone of ethical digital solutions.