I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...I am passionate about global equity and the economic empowerment of disadvantaged peoples. I have wide experience across economic development, namely in natural resources like water and agriculture. I would like to marry this with a deeper understanding of the environmental impacts of economic growth and how conservations efforts can mitigate this. I am also seeking to better understand grants as a financial instrument and their potential to catalyze increased commercial investment in developing countries.
My background
Earned an MBA from Berkeley Haas; background in economics and finance. Worked as an AmeriCorps member supporting college preparation for students in low-income communities across Los Angeles. Worked in the private sector supporting strategy development with Bain & Company. Worked in the NGO space with TechnoServe, leading program design and feasibility studies centered on smallholder farming across Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and India. Most recently, have been leading the project finance and capital raise effort for a potential groundwater public-private partnership with the Government of Uganda.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
...I am eager to support one of LGT VP organizations on its impactful and purpose-driven mission and to apply my knowledge and experience. LGT VP provides the framework to become part of a larger mission and network of individuals who share the same values - with a desire to contribute and transfer knowledge to initiatives that have a sustainable and socially beneficial impact. More than that, the engagement provides an opportunity for personal growth, awareness, and valuable experience abroad and in a country facing very different challenges.
My background
I have an MSc. in Economics and Business and a BSc. in Technology and Management and worked in consulting for several years. After three years in management consulting, I moved to an artificial intelligence service provider two years ago, where I work at the interface between project and product management.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
...I want to use my financial and business skills to contribute to an organization making a strong, social impact on the world. The Fellowship presented itself as a unique opportunity to support the work of one of LGT’s many incredible portfolio organizations, immerse myself in a new environment, and pursue a career path focused on impact.
My background
After growing up in the Washington, D.C. area, I studied mathematics and economics at the University of Michigan. I have lived in New York ever since, where I began my career in mergers & acquisitions and financial restructuring at Moelis & Company, a global investment bank. Afterward, I worked at the U.S. financial institution Capital One in an internal consulting capacity, helping business leaders identify opportunities for growth and improve operations. Following an opportunity to travel extensively, both internationally and domestically, I helped the consumer fintech startup ValueChampion launch a new business segment for India. I enjoy volunteering in my local community, where I have made contributions to organizations focused on social services, education, environmental protection, and politics.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because...
...in the last four years I have come to see the importance of technology in delivering value across various platforms and value chains. Through this fellowship I aim to enhance my experience with start-ups while gaining hand-on experience in this growing sector. This experience would be vital for me to build leadership skills as well. Furthermore, having spent 3.5 years as a Management Consultant in Government & Policy Advisory, I was exposed to the field of Impact Investing. Exposure to LGT Venture Group’s own capabilities in the Impact Investing field would further help me add value to my experience.
My background
I come from a small town in India known as Jodhpur located in the beautiful state of Rajasthan. Until recently, I worked as a Management consultant for over 3.5 years in Economic Development Team under Government Advisory vertical of KPMG Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd. India on projects/programs varying across sectors and policy making initiatives. I hold a B.E.(Hons.) in Electronics & Instrumentation from BITS, Pilani (Pilani), an MBA in International Management from MDI-Gurgaon and an MEB from ESCP Europe. I enjoy reading, writing, playing chess, running and listening to music in my free time.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...I was seeking for more. I have always had a keen interest in catalyzing and creating Impact. After a lot f soul searching, I opted to pursue something that was more fulfilling and could create long lasting impacts in society. Something that gave me purpose and a reason to look forward to working every morning.
My background
An accomplished professional in integrated multi-channel communications, creative writing, digital and social media, public relations, media relations and brand optimization for the past 10 years with experience in large corporates in the UAE and Sub-Saharan Africa. Specialised expertise in corporate communications, planning, media relations, public relations, digital communications, content creation, search engine optimization, research and data collection, client relationship management, photography and videography. Additional experience in market survey and research.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...the LGT Impact Fellowship is an opportunity to build my skills on social impact sector. I’m eager to use my knowledge and skills to support community centered development, scalable and sustainable projects. I’m also looking forward to connecting with the global network of peer fellows.
My background
I have 5 years experience in project management and advocacy in the development sector. My experience spans across planning, design, resource mobilization and implementation of projects. I have advocated for increased capacity of youth advocates to influence youth policy and resource priorities in the areas of Gender equality, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), Education and Climate Change.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...I am looking to combine my previous experience in the international sector as well as my studies (international relations and diplomacy) with my experience in the private sector in order to facilitate my transition back to the international arena, as I aim to continue working in international development.
My background
I was a management consultant for Accenture with widespread experience in process and business analysis as well as conceptional and strategic planning within the public sector industry and more specifically for IT and digitalisation projects. I have experience in project management and design thinking methodologies. My experience cuts across designing, programming, managing and implementing various projects while communicating with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. Before joining Accenture I was a Policy Adviser or the Permanent Mission of Liechtenstein to the United Nations in New York, where I advanced Liechtenstein’s interests over various topics, such as The Oceans Conference, Security Council Monitoring, Human Rights issues, ECOSOC, the Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty etc
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...it will give me the chance to get my hands dirty in the field and get a deeper understanding of the challenges that persist. I believe that the makings of meaningful and sustainable solutions come from listening to the voice on the ground.
My background
I consider myself a citizen of the world, having lived in 9 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Caribbean. Immediately prior to the fellowship, I was a Principal at Mercer across their Singapore and London offices, supporting clients to deliver holistic health and well-being programs to their employees. I recently completed a secondment to the World Economic Forum which was focused on Closing the Economic Gender Gap. I am a qualified UK actuary and hold an MBA from INSEAD.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...As the founder of a social enterprise in the tourism industry in Malawi I joined this fellowship in order to learn how to preserve cultural heritage but also to promote Malawi not only as a tourist destination but ensure that I am able to economically empower the young single mothers that I work with in Malawi, I am excited to learn new things and also contribute to the development and sustainability of tourism in Africa.
My background
I am Communications Specialist by profession and Human Rights Activist with a particular interest in Body Politics and Bodily Autonomy; she uses her talent and privilege to highlight and combat issues the reality of young women in rural Malawi through story telling and art advocacy. Over the past 6 years Chimwemwe has worked both in the public and private sector including the United Nations Development Program and the Malawi Government.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
...I liked the role offer by the LGT through EG as a data analyst. While working as a business analyst I feel necessity of upgrading my skillset in data science it will help me to decode the some of the impotent social science facts/ data. I like the idea of LGT to work globally and I would like to be part of there global network of like-minded people.
My background
I’m a mechanical engineer and after that I worked with my father in his construction business. I completed my masters in Public health in Health Policy, Economics and Finance from TISS, Mumbai. I got opportunity to work in a digital health company where our main focus was on the data collection and data visualization. I have also worked on interesting projects using block-chain, real time monitoring, etc.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...I would like to develop professionally by stepping outside of my comfort zone, while doing impactful work that matters at the same time. In South Africa we have a unique concept known as ‘Ubuntu’, or a ‘sense of community / togetherness’. I joined the fellowship to live by this principle more directly in my professional career.
My background
Investment consultant at a local Investment Fund Management Company; Africa & Emerging Markets Research Consultant at Deloitte, Research Fellow for a Japan-based youth NGO (remote work due to COVID-19)
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...LGT shares in my belief that economic returns go hand-in-hand with positive social and environmental results. It develops and advises impact investment funds that focus on small business development, energy and resource efficiency, conservation of biodiversity, and climate action. This will give me an opportunity to work on an exciting project that seeks to protect biodiversity and landscapes by creating sustainable livelihoods for the local community.
My background
I have been working as an impact investing analyst at AWF and Okavango Capital Partners, a conservation-lens investor that helps commercial businesses realize their potential for disrupting environmental degradation while expanding economic opportunity for investors and rural communities, as a Financial Analyst with the Gatsby Africa for two years and prior to that as a corporate finance analyst with PKF Eastern Africa for three and a half years. I hold a Bachelor of Economics and Statistics from University of Nairobi, a graduate diploma in finance from the University of London and I am Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A - K).
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
...of the adverse effects of COVID 19 on communities that depend on tourism as the main source of income. Establishing alternative revenue streams can help mitigate the effects of COVID 19 on the rural poor.
My background
Decision Analyst
Scaling impact