René M. Baptiste, CMG is a distinguished lawyer from St. Vincent and the Grenadines with nearly five decades of experience in law, governance, and public service. Called to the Bar in 1976, she has served as a Member of Parliament, Cabinet Minister, Speaker of the OECS Assembly, and President of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Bar Association. As Managing Partner of Baptiste & Co., she continues to mentor young legal professionals and contribute to legal development across the Caribbean. Her expertise spans corporate law, governance, public policy, and regional cooperation, making her a respected voice throughout the region.
