International SOS Appoints Chris Kibarian as CEO of Subscription Services

International SOS today announced the appointment of Chris Kibarian as Chief Executive Officer, Subscription Services. This newly created leadership role reflects the organization's commitment to expanding its digital capabilities, accelerating innovation, and delivering even greater value to clients worldwide.

Arnaud Vaissié, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of International SOS, said:

Chris’ deep expertise in technology-enabled transformation and growth will be instrumental in driving the next generation of International SOS subscription services. We are already heavily investing in technology, data, and digital capabilities to meet the rapidly changing needs of global organizations. Chris will play a pivotal role as our navigator and pioneer in that journey.

Equally important, his passion for purpose-driven and people-focused organisations aligns well with our culture and vision. We are very pleased to welcome him and look forward to the impact he will make on transforming our client experience.

Chris joins International SOS with more than two decades of experience leading global information, software, and analytics businesses. Since 2007, he has held senior leadership roles across high-growth digital organizations, including Lightcast, the KKR-backed global leader in labor market intelligence. Prior to that, he led Randstad Digital Ventures and served as Head of the IP & Science Division at Thomson Reuters, which later became Clarivate, a leading provider of trusted intelligence and insights.

Chris Kibarian commented:

I am honored to join International SOS at such an important moment in its evolution. For more than 40 years, the organization has built an unparalleled reputation for helping clients protect their people and fulfill their Duty of Care responsibilities around the world.

What distinguishes International SOS is the combination of deep expertise, trusted relationships, and a truly global presence, with more than 13,000 professionals delivering critical support on the ground every day. In a world defined by increasing geopolitical, security, health, and workforce challenges, the need for actionable intelligence and expert guidance has never been greater.

I look forward to working with the talented International SOS team to enhance our subscription services, expand our digital capabilities, and create even greater value for our clients as they navigate an increasingly complex operating environment.