Emi Mahmoud

Emtithal (Emi) Mahmoud, BBC’s 100 Most Inspirational Women, is an Impact Investment Strategist and Global Policy & Governance Consultant specializing in mobilizing capital for resilience in emerging markets. A member of the Grand Challenges Canada Investment Committee—one of the largest global impact-first VC funds—she analyzes and authorizes deals in the millions, driving transformative capital toward innovative health, education, tech solutions and more in emerging economies. Named one of BBC's 100 Most Inspirational Women, a 2025 Aspen Ideas Fellow, and a World Champion Poet & Renowned Activist, the highly sought-after TED Speaker has worked with President Obama, the Dalai Lama, the World Economic Forum, Forbes 30 Under 30, Google, Cartier, The World Bank, and more, serving as a powerful catalyst for change from the UN General Assembly to the frontlines of Darfur.