Why She Made the List
Her leadership strengthens Europe’s collective ability to respond to cross-border criminal networks and security threats, including organised crime, terrorism, and cyber threats.
As head of Europol, she oversees international cooperation between European law enforcement agencies, playing a pivotal role in maintaining the security and stability of the European Union.
Summary Bio
Catherine De Bolle is Executive Director of Europol, the European Union’s law enforcement agency, a role she has held since 2018.
Previously, she served as the Commissioner General of the Belgian Federal Police, bringing extensive operational experience to her leadership of international law enforcement efforts.