Urvashi Devidayal — Consultant
Over the last 20 + years I have lived and worked in Mumbai, New York, London and Auroville. My work has been varied and I have worked in multi-billion dollar companies, international NGOs and start-ups across sectors. I started my career in the financial sector and have gone on to work on climate change, human rights, and more specifically, women’s economic inclusion. Some of the countries I have worked in/with, include India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Kenya, Saudi Arabia & UAE. While the countries, sectors, and issues may have varied, I have developed a unique strength in understanding how systems and behaviours change - working on trailblazing big ideas that have impacted millions of people and working to institutionalise a new normal in business and society. I have a track record of taking conceptual ideas and programs from the nascent stage to phenomenal growth and creating eco-systems that foster stability to continued growth. Big ideas, shifting blocks in mind-sets, changing behaviours, and bringing a positive change in society – these are some of the drivers of my career. The inspiring force behind my career is the network of phenomenal people I have developed through my professional work, business school at INSEAD, and most importantly, my volunteer work & Board positions. I am also of the firm belief that financial and economic security for women is a fundamental right. Financial literacy is a must, not just about budgets and savings; but also wealth creation through investing especially for low income women. **Posts on LinkedIN reflect my personal views**
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in sustainability and philanthropy, with a strong focus on impact investment and social entrepreneurship.
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Experience: 18 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Sustainability
- Philanthropy
- Impact Investment
- Human Rights
- Climate Action
Career Highlights
- Over 20 years of diverse international experience.
- Expert in sustainability and women's economic inclusion.
- Proven track record in mobilizing significant capital investments.
Work Experience
Make-A-Wish International
Regional Advisor- South Asia & Middle East (1 yr 5 mos)
Freelance
Cross Sector Advisor (1 yr 10 mos)
Global Alliance for Social Entrepreneurs
Asia Regional Liaison (World Economic Forum) (2 yrs)
Intellecap
Principal - Sankalp Forum (4 yrs 9 mos)
Thomson Reuters Foundation
Head of Programs - South Asia (4 yrs 3 mos)
The Climate Group
Manager - Corporate & Finance Sector (4 yrs 3 mos)
Telekurs Financial USA
Research (3 yrs)
Education
Senior Executive One Year Course at INSEAD
India at CREA’s Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Institute
BA at Ohio Wesleyan University
at The J. B. Petit High School for Girls
