Blaise Metroveli

Blaise Metroveli is set to make history as the first woman to lead MI6, the British intelligence agency, on October 1, 2023. At 47 years old, Metroveli has had a distinguished career within MI6 since joining in 1999. A graduate of Cambridge University with a degree in anthropology, she has spent significant time in the Middle East and has developed expertise in intelligence technology and innovation. Metroveli's low public profile is notable, as she has largely remained out of the spotlight, gaining recognition only for her contributions to British foreign policy. Her appointment comes at a pivotal time for the agency.