Pav Gill is a renowned keynote speaker in business ethics, finance, and corporate governance widely recognised for his instrumental role in exposing the Wirecard scandal. As the Founder & CEO of Confide Platform, Pav has developed an innovative system that enables organisations to confidentially handle and resolve risks. His profound knowledge as a former general counsel and his advocacy for ethical practices make him a sought-after speaker for various high-profile events.
Pav’s extensive legal career began with roles as an Associate at prestigious firms such as Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance, and King & Spalding, where he honed his expertise in banking, finance, negotiation, corporate law, and international capital markets. He then moved on to significant positions such as Senior Legal Counsel for GoBear and Wirecard’s first Head of Legal for the Asia-Pacific region. At Wirecard, Pav uncovered severe fraudulent activities, which led to the revelation that €1.9 billion declared as profits never existed. Despite facing substantial personal risk, Pav’s courage in blowing the whistle was pivotal in the collapse of Wirecard into insolvency in 2020.
Pav continued to excel in significant roles including APAC Counsel for Wise, Senior Legal Counsel for BigPay, and Chief Legal Officer for Zipmex. At Zipmex, he impressively expanded the Risk & Compliance team from zero to thirty members. Pav’s dedication to promoting integrity in business is evident through his creation of the Confide Platform, an integrity hub and compliance platform designed to foster transparency and ethical practices within organisations.
Pav has been the recipient of the Blueprint for Free Speech Special Recognition Award in 2021 and the ACFE Cliff Robertson Sentinel Award in 2022. His commitment to these values is also reflected in his dynamic speaking engagements. In 2024 alone, Pav has been invited as a keynote speaker at Money20/20 Europe, the Amsterdam FinTech Forum, and the Global Investigations Summit, as well as a guest on the FinTech Insider podcast. His engaging presentations are known to captivate audiences with his riveting accounts and insightful perspectives on implementing ethical business practices.
Pav Gill’s journey from a legal associate to a whistleblower and now a leading voice in business ethics and finance underscores his unwavering dedication to transparency and integrity. His speaking engagements not only educate but also inspire audiences to prioritise ethical standards in their organisations. By hiring Pav Gill, event organisers can ensure that their audience will gain invaluable insights into the critical importance of ethics in achieving long-term business success.
