Kira Ciccarelli is a senior manager of research and programs for Diligent Institute, the global governance research arm and think tank of Diligent Corporation. In her role, Kira researches and produces high-level thought leadership on a variety of topics in governance, risk, compliance and AI. Her work has been featured in a wide array of publications including the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, and Bloomberg, and she is a frequent

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contributor to Corporate Board Member magazine. Kira is also the lead producer of the fortnightly show, The Corporate Director Podcast. 

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Before joining Diligent, Kira worked in a variety of data-driven research roles, including analyzing global aid funds to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and compiling a meta-analysis of political experimental findings for the Analyst Institute. She holds a B.A. in public policy from the College of William & Mary.