I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
… I am driven by positive tangible societal impact which aligns perfectly with LGT’s goals. Moreover, I believe the LGT Fellowship will be an optimal stepping stone to fine-tune my skills in an organization whose work I am passionate about, as well as expose me to new expertise in the communications and conservation field.
My background
Environmental Conservation, Communication and Content Creation. I am a passionate environmentalist and impact ambassador with a firm conviction on the importance communication plays in creating and disseminating information which is necessary in effecting behavioral and societal change.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I am passionate about leveraging my existing skill set to create a positive impact in the world especially in the context of the growing wealth gap and climate change.
My background
While pursuing my Mechanical Engineering degree from the Indian Institute in Technology Roorkee, electives in finance and economics helped me develop an interest in pursuing a career in investment management. Subsequently, I did my Master’s in Finance degree from HEC Paris and received my CFA charter.
I have over 8 years of experience in management consulting, credit analysis and PE/VC. In my latest role I was working as the Mergers & Acquisition Lead with an early-stage e-commerce roll-up venture based in India.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
LGT offers a platform for me to use my skills, knowledge and the little privilege I have to identify and support solutions created to uplift the disadvantaged through investments and follow-on creation process.
My background
Actuarial Science, Risk Management, Real Estate Investment and Impact Consulting.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I wanted a platform that could allow me to explore my capacities on a global scale by providing technical knowledge and expertise to organizations that change the lives of different communities. I also yearned to learn new skills and lessons from the LGT VP networks with an aim of improving myself for better career growth.
My background
My academic background is in Monitoring and Evaluation. Over the last 12 years, I have effectively and efficiently implemented Monitoring Evaluation and Learning plans in different non-governmental organizations (NGOs), INGO’s and government parastatals. I am proficient in developing robust M & E plans with results frameworks with logical frameworks, measurable outcome & impact indicators and theory of change across different thematic areas including Health, Agriculture, Climate Change, Environment and education. Further, I have experience in conducting research, impact evaluations and studies. In addition, I have vast knowledge in documenting lessons, case studies and stories of change.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
My vision and mission is to contribute to inclusive economic and social upliftment in Africa. I feel the burden (and privilege) to solve African problems and improve people’s lives. To be a part of developing innovative and sustainable solutions to alleviate poverty and create a more equitable society. This is me at my core and this is what I understand LGT Venture Philanthropy to be about. The LGT Impact Fellowship is the perfect opportunity to live this out authentically.
My background
I am an economic development professional with an entrepreneurial spirit. I have a deep passion for economic inclusion and believe that business is a powerful yet underleveraged vehicle for driving social impact.
I obtained a Master’s in Economic Development from the University of Cape Town and thereafter worked as a management consultant at Genesis Analytics - Africa’s leading economics advisory firm. My experience cuts across strategy development, research and data analysis as well as monitoring and evaluation. This has largely been in the development sector, working to address pressing global challenges as they relate to decent work, gender equality and climate change.
I also have personal entrepreneurship experience in the South African context, both in the digital and township economies. Most recently, I have worked as owner-operator at a bridal fashion digital tech start-up as well as assistant general manager at a township butchery and grill based in Inanda, Durban.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I wanted to benefit from the opportunity to grow and strengthen my personal and professional career through exposure to LGT’s portfolio organizations in unfamiliar and multifaceted environments. The valuable opportunity presented by LGT to gain hands-on experience with a range of organizations in different fields will undoubtedly enrich my entrepreneurial skills and build my capacity for the next stage in my professional career.
My background
Over the past 4 years, I have pursued a career in fundraising, business development and advancing human rights in both the non-profit and private sectors, most recently at Book Bunk Trust, a non-profit organization restoring the iconic McMillan Memorial Libraries in Nairobi. Prior to this, I worked for NIRAS Africa and KPMG as a Business Development Associate and several community- focused NGOs tackling a range of human rights issues in Kenya and Senegal. I have a MA in Human Rights from the LSE and my interests include sports, experimental baking and everything about cats.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I want to share my time and skills to actively contribute in making a lasting positive impact especially in the developing world. The LGT Impact Fellowship offers a perfect opportunity to work with organizations that are driving innovative, scalable and sustainable interventions that are creating a positive impact with the aim of achieving the SDGs. The fellowship will also nurture my passion for social and economic empowerment and serve as a stepping stone for me into the social impact investment space where I hope to pursue a long and fulfilling career.
My background
I hold a Bachelors of Business Science degree in Financial Economics, currently working on the dissertation for a Masters of Science in Development Finance while also pursuing ACCA. I’ve worked in finance and grants management for a local community health NGO gaining a practical outlook of how important it is to not only have social impact investments but to ensure their sustainability so as to grant the communities better outcomes for generations to come. I have also more recently worked in the mass media and service industries in accounting and finance functions.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I am passionate about health, wellness and working health systems. I believe LGT Venture Philanthropy shares my values in both helping people access quality affordable healthcare and also in helping improve health systems in the developing world. I also want to learn from the people I shall interact with.
My background
I have worked in senior management roles both in Kenya and Uganda, mostly in the pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution industries. I have interacted with policy makers, healthcare providers and not-for-profit organizations involved in health. I have also been involved in designing and implementing digital health platforms in both Kenya and Uganda. My strengths are in operations, business development and general management oversight. I have an accounting and finance training, with certification in quality systems. Currently, I am pursuing an MBA in healthcare management at Strathmore University, Kenya.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
LGT while it strives to provide financial support to its portfolio organizations, it also aims to assist in the creation of innovative and sustainable goals for the communities they serve. This Fellowship is a good next step for me because it will not only provide the professional space for me to contribute my aforementioned skill set, but it will refine my expertise as a public health practitioner, encourage collaboration with a global network of stakeholders, and afford the opportunity to improve the health and lives of disadvantaged and vulnerable populations.
My background
I am an infectious disease Epidemiologist whose major initiatives have been in the area of syndromic surveillance, outbreak management, and healthcare-acquired infections. I have experience in public health emergency preparedness, particularly in the planning and implementation of critical measures for disaster prevention, management, and response. Prior to my work in communicable disease surveillance, I worked as a research assistant for a culturally appropriate cancer prevention and education program for refugee women, where I evaluated the barriers to cancer screening and assessed the significance of the lay health worker model for the development for culturally appropriate intervention programs.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
In my view, it offered an excellent opportunity to contribute towards the improvement of the quality of life of economically disadvantaged individuals. In particular, those who lack perennial access to basic needs such as healthcare and education.
My background
I have 7.5 years of experience in finance; having worked at leading financial institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. In particular, I have been able to gather financial advisory, private equity and capital markets experience along the way.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
it provided me with an international platform where I could assist in operationalizing development in healthcare in the global south. I got the opportunity to apply to and work for an organization that strongly aligned with my own mission, vision and values.
My background
I am a post-graduate in Health and International Development with a specialism in Applied Development Economics from the LSE. After graduating from BITS Pilani with a B.Pharm (Hons.), I kick-started my professional life with an academic career in healthcare and biomedicine which gave me objective, logical and factual capacity to look at problems. I interned at Imperial College London, worked with the Indian Institute of Science in immuno-engineering, and Columbia Business School for their Digital Health Program. I then had to opportunity to drive social development while working with Karnataka Health Promotions Trust, Enzia Ventures and recently with the United Nations ESCAP. With experience of working in different organizational environments, I see myself as a passionate individual with a vision to contribute to the betterment of society.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
I always wanted to be a part of your organizations’ workforce as it promises to be a place wherein the learning curve is great & hard work is appreciated. I have always looked towards organizations like yours. I believe with the right atmosphere at the workplace, one can achieve much more than working at an unappreciative workplace. This is one of the biggest reason why your organization tops my priority list. I assure you that I have the zeal to give 100% towards my work & bring a noteworthy contribution to this organization.
My background
Prasad Wagh is a development professional with a proven record of project management and building relationships, managing projects for multiple locations, designing strategies, and successful execution of projects at the ground. Skilled in building cross-functional teams, demonstrating exceptional communication skills, and making critical decisions during challenges. An adaptable and transformational leader with an ability to work independently as well as in a team, creating effective presentations, and developing opportunities that further establish organizations goals.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
The LGT Impact Fellowship feels like a “Magical Lab” to experiment with new possibilities in the impact area, which offers me a great opportunity to make career transitions in three dimensions simultaneously - sector, function, and geographical coverage.
My background
Cici is a development economics professional with experience covering international organizations, consultancy, think tanks, NGOs, and media. Her interests lie at the intersection of economic growth, sustainable development and social innovation of emerging economies. Prior to joining LGT Impact Fellowship, she worked with the World Bank as an urban economist consultant under Social, Urban, Rural and Resilience Global Practice.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because…
After nearly a decade at Dalberg, I am eager to explore opportunities outside of strategic advisory, and specifically, to work at a social enterprise that is implementing solutions that positively impact peoples’ lives and reduce inequities. The LGT Impact Fellowship offers a great opportunity to do so, bringing together highly driven and capable portfolio companies with the support and expertise of LGT Venture Philanthropy and Lightrock. Moreover, I have closely followed and admired Salauno’s work since I moved to Mexico City four years ago, and I am excited to contribute to the team and support their ambitious mission.
My background
I have 10+ years of experience developing strategies, building partnerships, improving operations, leading research studies, and measuring impact for a range of philanthropic, government, non-governmental, and corporate clients. Most recently, I was an Associate Partner at Dalberg Advisors, a leading global strategy consulting firm focused on social impact. The majority of my work centered around health and climate, with a focus on equity. In particular, I worked closely with Ministries of Health and local partners to develop strategies that support community and health system strengthening, maternal and child health, the scale-up of life-saving products and services (e.g., medical oxygen, neonatal care), and the design of sustainable financing solutions. Over the past two years, I also supported several projects focused on understanding and mitigating the health impacts of Covid-19. Before Dalberg, I worked for Oxfam in Haiti, where I designed and spearheaded an evaluation of a three-million-dollar post-earthquake relocation program. I hold a bachelor's degree in Statistics (summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) from Harvard College.
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