Ram Mahidhara

Ram Mahidhara is a seasoned investment professional with decades of experience driving growth and innovation in emerging markets. As the former Chief Investment Officer at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), he led cross-border investment strategies that helped unlock private capital for development. Ram is a champion of fintech and its role in sustainable development, and has worked with governments, private sector leaders, and civil society organizations to promote inclusive growth. A native of India, Ram holds an MBA from a top-tier business school and has written extensively on topics related to finance, development, and innovation.