Our Candidates 2024

As the director of sustainability at Energía Real, Ximena spearheads the development and implementation of ESG strategy. In her previous experience as a sustainability consultant, she achieved a significant reduction in carbon emissions and water usage in Tulum housing complexes and advised on a 176-hectare sustainable residential project, achieving a 70% energy saving. Outside of work, her contributions to ESG, from mentoring startups and women in the energy sector to serving as a juror for sustainable projects, exemplify her commitment to fostering a sustainable ecosystem.

Vivian was born and raised in Vietnam, studied in Australia for five years, and moved to the US over a year ago. From her experience in different educational systems, Vivian found that the difference in STEM curriculum across the world places many students at a disadvantage. She co-founded Sciencious, an international non-profit organisation focused on developing innovative and diverse forms of STEM resources to global low-income students. Still a student in high school, she also wrote a policy memorandum addressing the negative impacts of the overemphasis on testing in US education. Vivian is also a World Science Scholar at the World Science Festival.

Overcoming personal challenges, Tomiris discovered chess competitions, maths and science Olympiads as transformative outlets. These personal experiences drove her to create the Inclusive Academy, which offers a supportive community where children with special needs can thrive both academically and socially. It has expanded to over 20 countries, involving thousands of volunteers and children, and has been recognised by Google and Cartier for its impact. Determined to empower women in STEM, Tomiris has also co-authored Problem Set of Junior Balkan Mathematical Olympiad (1997–2021) to provide much-needed resources for students, especially girls.

Passionate about ​​investor education, Tiffany co-founded the Next Gen Investors Endowment, a non-profit that has supported more than 180 students globally on their journeys as responsible investors. The organisation runs a flagship program that teaches ESG investing principles and provides real capital to invest in public equity with an ESG angle. The profits generated from the student-managed portfolio are used for higher education scholarships to support students from low-income families. Tiffany also works full-time at a multi-family office where she leads investment efforts in agriculture and food technology.

Since joining as a graduate in 2015, Sophie has built a strong foundation and voice in Tesco, embedding the community agenda and influencing real change across the UK. She has always shown passion to do the right thing and engage at every level to bring people on the ESG journey with her. Her authentic leadership style has enacted positive change for customers, colleagues, and communities. Sophie’s efforts have enhanced the UK’s largest corporate grantmaking scheme, securing financial support for over one million children, and her leadership in the Stronger Starts program has supported schools and children with access to healthy food and activities.

Sonia has spent her career in the asset management sector, first at Bank of America Merill Lynch then Alpha FMC where she worked as a management consultant advising clients on how to improve stewardship processes and ESG integration across their operating models. At Investec, she ensures the firm is a good steward of client wealth and works with companies to promote better ESG practices. She is passionate about active ownership and enacting change from within. Sonia holds a CFA Certificate in ESG Investing and has studied sustainable finance at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.

Shrinal is passionate about driving sustainable transformation in global markets through her work as the first EMEA ESG Advisory Lead for Deutsche Bank’s Investment Bank. She counsels investors and companies on how they can achieve both financial and ESG goals by setting up incentive and governance structures. The youngest-ever Project Lead for Sustainable Investing at the World Economic Forum, Shrinal has published several white papers and articles on topics such as greenwashing and addressing sustainability issues in large-scale public companies, which have been widely circulated by media outlets.

Shakeela joined the specialty insurer Beazley as an intern and was soon offered a permanent role. Over nine years, her responsibilities have evolved from administrative support to leading strategy for charity and community initiatives, creating opportunities and developing skills for employees to give back. She leads the annual Make a Difference campaign, which has resulted in thousands of hours volunteered by employees globally. She also spent time as Co-chair of Lloyd’s CSR Network, connecting CSR professionals. She has established and strengthened partnerships with local community organisations and set up multiple charity partnerships, ensuring the delivery of the business’s ESG vision.

Sandhya is Head of Environment and Net Zero at Entain, a FTSE 100 company, and the Founder of Kaleidoscope, a social venture amplifying diverse voices in social impact and sustainability, driving meaningful change through sustainable practices. With a robust background in leading transformative ESG initiatives in global Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 corporations, Sandhya has held multiple roles in marketing, innovation, and public policy. Sandhya was recognised as one of the Top Global Leaders in Sustainability by SustainabilityX and was named Institute of Directors Global Director of the Year for her work in equity, diversity and inclusion.

Sahithi is a high school student and international climate activist working to champion environmental and social change. She co-founded E-Cycl to facilitate the collection and recycling of thousands of kilograms of e-waste, support the lives of sanitation workers, and work towards a shift in public policy surrounding child labour in the sanitation space. Sahithi has been a United Nations Environmental Program Ambassador and is one of the UNWomen 30 for 2030. She is also the founder of Project Anusha, striving to keep 100+ paediatric leukaemia patients at a government hospital academically and creatively engaged.

Sabrina is an international advocate for economic inclusion and winner of the UN Women USA’s Gender Equality Award. Since she was young, she has been driven by the desire to create a more equitable world. She served as a science educator in underserved communities across the US through Teach for America. Following her MBA from Oxford’s Saïd Business School, Sabrina transitioned to impact investing with a particular focus on women’s economic empowerment. In her role at Spring Point Partners, Sabrina plays a pivotal role in advancing the organisation’s ESG strategy, blending investing prowess with social impact.

Throughout her career journey, Quinn has had a passion for fostering community and engagement across various sectors. She has previously operated a vegan restaurant, cafe, and community space, as well as coordinating social media for an international airport. Currently, as the CEO and founder of MONA Co., Ltd., she is leading a dynamic team committed to revolutionising the circular economy in South Korea. MONA has over 15,300 members, composed of businesses, charities, and individuals, who share surplus resources. The social venture has initiated partnerships with prominent clients, including Ben & Jerry’s, Minerva University and Korea NVC Center, using the collective power of community to drive sustainability.

Oluwadamilola is the founder of Project Rebirth, a social enterprise that provides skills acquisition and impact investment to women- and youth-led small-scale businesses in displacement camps and rural communities in Nigeria. She also runs Forbidden Topics, a young feminist collective amplifying youth voices against gendered violence. Her work has been recognised through several awards, including a Princess Diana Legacy Award and a ONE campaign Samantha Singh Award for development policy. She is a UNICEF youth influencer and a One Young World ambassador, using social entrepreneurship and storytelling to tackle inequality.

At 16, after losing her mother to breast cancer, Nina founded the social enterprise Pink Week, which raised £500,000 for breast cancer charities and continues to raise thousands of pounds each year. At 25, she joined insuretech firm Lemonade as its first Global Head of Social Impact to turn the for-profit company into a purpose-driven brand. She leads the Giveback program, B Corp certification, and the company’s sustainability efforts. Under her leadership, the Giveback program has grown 5,232%, and by establishing partnerships with 100+ non-profits globally, she has distributed over €7.5M to support various causes.

Milana joined EPAM Systems in 2019 as a data analyst, and her role soon expanded to encompass the creation of an environmental data collection process, calculating the company’s carbon footprint and reporting these figures on behalf of the entire organisation. Milana’s exceptional professionalism and readiness to handle complex tasks led to her involvement in a variety of projects that have been pivotal in shaping the company’s ESG strategy and commitments. She has been shortlisted for an edie Award in the Rising Sustainability Star category, and her strategic thinking and commitment to sustainability mark her as a future leader in the field.

Pilar’s professional journey began at the Instituto de Estudios Peruanos, one of the most important research centres in Peru, where she expanded her understanding of the challenges to achieving financial inclusion. She currently works as coordinator of financial education programs for the government institution in charge of supervising Peru’s financial system. She also proposes financial education initiatives and facilitates collaboration between the public and private sector. Her financial education initiatives aimed at teachers, the rural population, entrepreneurs, youth, and women have reached more than 200,000 people nationwide.

Dedicated to creating a more inclusive tech sector and empowering marginalised women to find long-term, sustainable employment, Laura founded CONCAT Tech, an award-winning design and development company led by refugee and female developers. This year, she launched CONCAT Recruit, the first recruitment company linking refugee and female developers to full-time, remote roles. Laura has already created an active community of over 400+ developers across the Middle East. She also runs pro-bono training workshops for 3,000+ refugees and women in the MENA region. Laura is also an advocate, board member, and mentor for women in tech and female entrepreneurs.

At digital transformation services and product engineering company EPAM Systems, Kseniia orchestrates a diverse array of global and local ESG activities. She oversees large teams of volunteers working on collaborative projects and educational programs that provide opportunities for orphans, children with disabilities, and war-displaced refugees to receive quality education and growth opportunities. Leading the EPAM e-KIDS community, she has helped support over 1,300 children across Ukraine to access tech education. Collaborations with UNICEF, Malteser Relief Service, Caritas, and other partners have enhanced the initiative’s impact.

With a passion for sustainable manufacturing and women’s issues, Kristin co-founded Saathi, a social enterprise in India dedicated to providing a sustainable solution for menstrual hygiene to women and girls. Since its founding, Saathi has been recognised globally by TIME magazine, the UNEP, and UNIDO for its social impact, innovation, and sustainability. As an undergrad, Kristin worked on multiple projects including plastic bottle recycling, waste management, and natural product development with the MIT Design Lab (D-Lab) in Brazil, Nicaragua, and India. Kristin is an MIT D-Lab ScaleUps Fellow, International Strategy Forum Fellow, Asia Society Young Leader, and TEDx speaker.

Kim brings passion, energy, and years of advisory experience to PwC’s Inclusion team, where she is responsible for developing strategies and actions to foster an environment where people with disabilities are included, feel empowered to be themselves, and have access to the support and adjustments they need to thrive. As Enablement Manager, she works across the organisation to improve policy and practice, providing advice on workplace adjustments and disability-inclusive behaviours, and developing resources and training to eliminate barriers in the workplace. Her many contributions include creating resources to enhance the inclusion skills for all employees.

Throughout her professional journey, Kenza has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to supporting fellow entrepreneurs and promoting innovation within Morocco’s entrepreneurial sphere. She has developed platforms for project leaders to connect with experts and industry professionals, enabling valuable knowledge sharing and networking opportunities. Her initiatives, including the Bluespace incubator network and the Entrepreneurship Club, have supported thousands of entrepreneurs, creating jobs and fostering innovation. Kenza is also an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, working to create a more empowered entrepreneurial ecosystem in Morocco.

Karla is a globally recognised young leader and entrepreneur inspiring thousands of young people looking to make a huge social impact. In addition to being partner and CEO of Mexico’s leading parking lot equipment and access control manufacturer, she is an angel investor in two startups, including the first subscription-based health program in LATAM created by women for women. She has co-founded two of her own businesses and is a partner in two more. She recently released her first book, Unicorn Mindset, which provides practical and tactical advice to new entrepreneurs.

When she was just 15, Julieta founded Tremendas, a collective that supports girls, teenagers, and young women to create social change through informed activism. Four years later, she was named one of the 30 most powerful women in Chile by Forbes. Julieta published her first book, I Am Not Julieta, about raising one’s voice for causes that matter. She directed her first documentary, Clouds of Peace, which highlights the story of a young Chilean activist who fights to save her community from industrial pollution and single-crop farming. Last year, she began an anthropology degree and aims to use her knowledge and expertise to create a more equal and sustainable society.

Julia has been volunteering with Bund für Umwelt und Naturschutz, Berlin’s largest environmental NGO, for ten years and now chairs its board. In this role, she negotiated with Berlin’s senators to phase out the city’s coal-fired power plants and establish guidelines for the sustainable transformation of the city’s heating system. Two years ago, the Berlin parliament appointed her as the youngest member of the Berlin Climate Council. She has also been appointed to Berlin’s Water Advisory Council, is a member of the supervisory board of Berlin’s largest energy cooperative, and is co-founder of the Women in Green Hydrogen network. At the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, she researches urban transformation, energy citizenship, and living labs.

Johanna has founded two companies aimed at closing the gender gap, Alyx and Klapstoel Academy.
At Alyx, she champions female value in the tech industry, retraining women and assisting them to kickstart their careers. Alyx ensures that women are not only paid equally within the industry but also compensated for the national gender pay gap. Since launching in 2022, the company has worked with 40 female tech talents, supporting their first steps in the tech industry. To foster deeper change, Johanna developed Klapstoel Academy, which helps young female professionals stay in the talent pipeline through actionable advice from senior career women.

With a passion for nature and the outdoors, Jess co-founded environmental startup Carbon Jacked in 2020 to help businesses, sports, and individuals creatively combat climate change. Her vision is to get more people clued up on climate and out into nature, and to get businesses excited about the green transition. She has also carved out a career as a TV presenter and commentator across sport and sustainability. She spoke at COP28 and appears on Sky Sports, Eurosport, and ITV. Jess has recently launched Second Nature Sisters, a community for women who work (or want to work) in sustainability, and she has a podcast coming out soon.

Jennifer is a pioneer of ESG standards within private markets and an ecosystem builder within the sustainability space. She has worked at UNDP, Bain Capital, and other entities to define, create, and push ESG strategies. She was a founding team member of SDG Impact, a program launched by UNDP to mobilise private capital towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Jennifer most recently founded reimag.in, an enterprise data platform that provides companies and investors with comprehensive sustainability performance insights. She is also the founder of Drivers of Impact, a global think tank that brings together practitioners across the sustainability ecosystem.

At financial services firm Grupo Financiero Banorte, Italia spearheads innovative projects aimed at integrating sustainable development goals into local government budgets. She engages with government clients on issues including sustainable finance, transparency, and gender equality. By facilitating access to sustainable financing and the adoption of responsible financial practices, she works to drive economic and social development sustainably across Mexico. Italia is committed to advancing social causes and is actively involved in initiatives aimed at training future leaders in finance and promoting sustainable development, gender equality, and social inclusion.

Esther leads a team of 18 colleagues within Rabobank dedicated to helping more than 40,000 companies make the transition towards a more sustainable future. She developed formats for clients to disclose information regarding environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate governance. In under a year, her team has held more than 300 discussions and organised three large events on sustainability for business clients. Esther previously worked for BDO, one of the world’s largest accounting firms, where she advised clients on improving sustainability, wrote a circular economy strategy, and developed an investment agenda for one of the largest harbours in the Netherlands.

Esha is a global changemaker, servant leader, and groundbreaking girlpreneur passionate about advancing social progress worldwide. Seven years ago, she co-founded NEST4US, which mobilises volunteers to advance progress on societal issues and spark equitable solutions for the greater good. It is now fueled by 7,500+ volunteers who collectively have impacted tens of thousands in 30+ countries across six continents. By representing organisations such as Points of Light, UNESCO, YOUNGA, ICANHELP, and the Global Youth Climate Network, Esha has driven comprehensive grassroots reform. She is also a freshman at Georgia Institute of Technology majoring in public policy.

With consulting experience in change management, training in corporate sustainability, and a master’s in international development, Elora has helped to spark, define, and shape a social sustainability movement at PwC. She has led a major publication for the Global Solutions G7/G20 Summit, created a framework to understand social sustainability, spoken at multiple events, led client engagements, and deepened the connection of social sustainability to conventionally environmental topics like deforestation. Elora characteristically emphasises the need for change not only in what we do, but how we do it.

Elisa is a rising star in the ESG world, advocating for improved governance and practices so investors can make better decisions, understanding the impact their money has on people and the planet. At Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), she leads the fund’s engagement with international organisations, standard-setters, and policymakers on sustainability, responsible investment, and corporate governance. Previously, she worked at the UK Financial Conduct Authority and the Association of Financial Markets in Europe. She uses her knowledge of policy influencing from these roles and her PhD in political science to move NBIM towards engaging more with developing markets.

With a profound passion for biodiversity conservation, Supatchaya has been an environmental activist since high school and was a youth representative at the 2012 UN Earth Summit. She is the co-founder of Refill Station, Thailand’s first bulk store fostering zero-waste consumption, and her PhD in biology focused on the ecology of an endangered bird species. At Mae Fah Luang Foundation, Supatchaya leads an REDD+ initiative aimed at empowering local villagers to safeguard forests while generating income through carbon credits. Supatchaya is also a board member of the Green World Foundation, promoting environmental education and a future where humanity coexists harmoniously with the natural world.

Sheena is a nurse specialising in clinical research and a trailblazer in global healthcare. She is Assistant Professor in Nursing and Health Sciences at Hong Kong Metropolitan University and is a certified Global Nurse Consultant. She is also Visiting Assistant Professor at the Universitas Serang Raya in Indonesia, where she co-designs sustainable health programs in rural areas. Striving to optimise the health capacities of underserved communities, Sheena’s research involves collaborative partnerships with national, regional, and international institutions. In 2023 she received the prestigious ASEAN Science Diplomat Award, and she was an Atlas Corps Scholar in 2022.

While pursuing her PhD in chemical engineering, Natalia developed AI algorithms and wireless networks for air pollution monitoring with the aim of creating access to a reliable, low-cost device for measuring the air we breathe. She developed the software solution Ease to use traffic data to reduce city congestion, and she co-founded Cleanopy Inc., creating a unique device that offers children continuous protection from air pollution. With WeavAir, Natalia develops sensor modules that improve indoor air quality and the energy efficiency of HVAC systems. The company is endorsed by regulators like the Monetary Authority of Singapore and won the Hackcelerator Award at the Singapore Fintech Festival.

An expert in process engineering, Laura’s experience has focused on the research and development of chemical, biotechnological, and construction products. Stemming from her PhD research, she is working to develop bioinspired low-cost nanomaterials for clean energy applications. Using design principles found in nature, she has manufactured and tested a new electrode for the production of clean hydrogen, which will be scaled up for commercial industrialisation. Her research contributions have also focused on green cementitious mate
rials and using native fungi to produce enzymes of industrial interest.

A medical doctor from Iraq, Fatma has been a driving force in advancing ESG agendas within prestigious forums such as the Red Cross Youth Climate Summit, UNESCO’s Global Forum on the Ethics of AI, the UN’s World Space Forum, and the World Health Organization. Her expertise in leveraging technology for climate change mitigation in resource-limited settings has been recognised by the European Space Agency, where she facilitated the first user forum on Earth observations and health impacts. As an elected regional representative of over 280 million MENA youth to the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, Fatma fosters cross-sector collaborations to drive impactful ESG-focused change.

Dan Jing is a scientist and entrepreneur who co-founded VivArt-X to revolutionise breast reconstructive surgery for women who have undergone breast tissue removal following a cancer diagnosis. Her team has developed an innovative method to restore, reconstruct, and regenerate breast tissue predictably with long-term potential. Dan Jing received her PhD degree in biomedical engineering and last year was selected as one of the Financieel Dagblad 50 Talents Under 35. She is also a winner of the PAC Innovasion Award. Outside of her contributions to science, she is a designer and co-founder of Dutch fashion label NOYA NOIR.

Chevaly’s career trajectory exemplifies a steadfast commitment to social transformation and equitable change. She is the founder of Equity Elevation – www.equityelevation.nl – a consultancy that serves as a catalyst for societal progress, providing strategic guidance to prominent institutions, including the Municipality of Amsterdam and the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science. Chevaly is also a spokesperson, representing the contemporary Surinamese-Dutch Maroon community. Her advocacy extends to empowering marginalised groups, advising policymakers, and conducting impactful workshops on racism, discrimination, and inclusive practices.

Growing up in Taiwan and later navigating the cultural landscapes of Switzerland and the United States, Callie has experienced firsthand the transformative power of community. Trained as a consultant, she has collaborated with diverse entities, from governments and Fortune 500 companies to nonprofits and startups. Her belief in the potential of meaningful change led her to found Waban Impact LLC, a social impact consulting firm dedicated to amplifying the reach of organisations striving to make a difference in the world. Callie’s expertise lies in helping organisations scale their social impact work internationally to address the most pressing sustainable development challenges.

Bryony is passionate about raising corporate ambition to lead the way in sustainability, advocating for market-leading targets that step-change sector-wide practices. She successfully proposed that Tesco become the first UK retailer to commit its full value chain to net zero, and she now leads the development and implementation of market-leading environmental strategies across Tesco’s global markets and supply chains. This spans market-leading, ambitious goals for nature, forests, climate, and circularity in the retailer’s non-food business. Bryony also co-developed a suite of Tesco’s first sustainability-linked financial products.

Billie began her career at BAE Systems as an apprentice engineer. She was later responsible for designing and finding solutions for a number of projects with obsolescence issues, using the opportunity to explore greener alternatives. Now, as Sustainability Executive, Billie progresses delivery on BAE’s net-zero strategy. She was also elected Chair of the company’s Sustainability Working Group, which has expanded to over 300 members across the globe. Throughout her career, she has passionately campaigned for DEI in engineering and expanding the representation of women and girls in STEM.

In addition to building audiences and creating award-winning campaigns, Betsy is also a sustainability advocate across media performance firm GroupM Nexus. She founded the AdvancedTV Mission Zero team, creating a strategy to reduce carbon emissions resulting from TV advertising, and also spearheaded the +Purpose initiative, which leverages the power of TV advertising for positive consumer behaviour change. Her vision is to use advertising as a force for good that closes the gap between knowledge and action. Betsy’s leadership and influence have inspired and embedded sustainable thinking across the business.

At 16 years old, Bella has already created a reputation as an advocate for social and environmental issues. She founded the Bella Love Foundation in 2020 to instigate positive environmental changes and extend support to those facing adversity, particularly women, children, and the vulnerable. Her family established the Huyen Dieu – Bella Love Entertainment Company to provide sustainable financial support for the philanthropic endeavours of the Bella Love Foundation. Bella won Miss Eco Teen International in 2021 and was IIMSAM Youth Goodwill Ambassador in 2022 and Image Ambassador for Eco Teen Vietnam in 2023. She has been widely recognised for her contributions to community service and her dedication to creating a better world.

Belinda is an award-winning sustainability specialist whose work spans corporate sustainability strategy and food systems transformation. At ERM, she has worked with a range of Fortune 500 companies to develop and implement ESG strategies. With a specific focus on youth sustainability initiatives at the social and environmental nexus, Belinda is leading Food4All, establishing community fridges in London stocked with food surplus. She is a youth leader for the Act4Food movement, a World Economic Forum Global Shaper, and member of UN Women’s 30 for 2030 network. In 2020, Belinda founded SustainaPod, a youth-led podcast on a mission to educate and upskill the next generation of sustainability talent.

A molecular and cancer biologist, Beenish is leading groundbreaking initiatives in sustainable agriculture and tackling the looming global food crisis. Through DiRobona, she is revolutionising soil health analysis and biofertilizer development. By building the world’s largest microbial sequencing intelligence database, Beenish and her team aim to accelerate innovation and contribute to building a sustainable planet. With a master’s degree in the molecular pathology of cancer and genomics, her academic journey reflects her commitment to cutting-edge research. She sits on the advisory council of Harvard Business Review and hones her leadership skills as an EnterpriseWOMEN participant.

In 2023, Axelle founded LAUDACE, a consultancy and ecosystem committed to an equity-first and intersectionality-focused approach to driving DEI awareness and education. With a career spanning diverse roles in sales, recruitment, communication, and DEI across various industries, Axelle brings a wealth of experience to LAUDACE, as well as a unique perspective shaped by her cross-cultural background. Her advocacy for DEI is deeply rooted in personal experiences of workplace trauma, exclusion, and burnout, which drives her passion for bringing about positive change and championing a neuro inclusive world for all.

Ankita worked as a journalist for nearly a decade across leading print media in India, with a special focus on education and social issues. Her policy-impacting work earned her an award as the Most Committed Journalist in Early Childhood Care and Education by the Early Childhood Association in 2019. With a desire to make climate change information more accessible to diverse communities, she pivoted to climate communications. Ankita now leads communications on gender and climate change at Asar Social Impact Advisors, which recently won the Climate Breakthrough Award and is working on various areas of environment and climate change advocacy. She is simultaneously pursuing a PhD in political sociology.

Throughout her career and voluntary work, Andrea has demonstrated unwavering dedication to serving others and making a positive impact in the lives of those around her. As Assistant Counsellor to the Ambassador of Mexico in the United Kingdom, Andrea has been instrumental in advancing the embassy’s ESG initiatives, which have promoted diversity and inclusion, and fostered a stronger sense of community among the Mexican diaspora in London. These include raising awareness of issues affecting the elderly population, supporting vulnerable children, organising an antiracism workshop, and working with young people with autism.

Witnessing the struggles faced by working mothers in Indonesia, Dima began her journey as a UNFPA youth advisory board member. She then worked as a gender and climate finance officer at UNDP before becoming the first ESG specialist hired by East Ventures, one of the largest venture capital firms in Southeast Asia. She developed the firm’s first DEI policy and a rigorous sustainable investment framework for monitoring ESG practices in 300+ startups. Dima is an Atlantic Fellow, an MPA candidate at Columbia University, and the author of multiple articles related to gender-responsive climate finance and SDG investing.