Investing in climate tech in India: My summer at ACT capital
The Genesis of a Unique Impact Fund
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My summer with Verge HealthTech Fund
This summer, I had the opportunity to intern with Verge HealthTech Fund, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage technologies that make healthcare more accessible, affordable, of higher quality, and more efficient.A kaleidoscope of innovation -
Navigating impact: My summer internship at Impact Investors Foundation
This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern with the Impact Investors Foundation (IIF), where I immersed myself in impact investing, policy development, and capacity building for financial professionals in Nigeria and beyond. My time at IIF was about gaining professional experience and making a tangible contribution to the organisation's mission of driving sustainable development through impact investing. -
Shaping the Future of Energy Management With Elyos Energy
During my INSEAD summer break, I had the privilege of joining the team at Elyos Energy, a sustainability-focused energy management and optimisation start-up founded by two INSEAD alumni. -
Reforming High School Curriculum in India: My Summer Internship Experience
This past summer, during my internship with Ashoka University and the Delhi Government, I had the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy and education reform. My role was focused on improving the Schools of Specialised Excellence (SoSEs), where I collaborated with various stakeholders to track curriculum progress, manage relationships, and analyse data for better decision-making.A dive into stakeholder management -
Bridging Global Healthcare Access Gaps with reach52
Over half the world does not have access to essential healthcare. Despite enormous strides in medical innovation, billions worldwide struggle to access even the most basic healthcare services due to barriers such as service availability, treatment affordability, and health education gaps. -
Afya on Wheels: Delivering High-Quality, Affordable Healthcare in Underserved Areas in Kenya
Embarking on the journey to Master Strategist Day (MSD) was like stepping into a whirlwind of exhilaration and purpose. While clinching victory was undoubtedly a moment of triumph, it was the prospect of weaving innovative solutions with meaningful impact that truly fueled our spirits. -
Giving Back
Being accepted into INSEAD was a dream come true for me. I'd always dreamed of studying overseas at an international school, and suddenly, that opportunity was mine.However, paying for school and taking time off from work is another issue. I was barely making USD 2,000 a month in the Philippines, and suddenly, I had EUR 50,000 in tuition and living expenses for a year in Singapore to cover. Suddenly, that dream seemed beyond my reach.The thought of it kept me up at night. -
Top Learnings From the First Six Months of My INSEAD MBA
Halfway into my MBA, I am surprised by the power of holistic business knowledge the degree has brought me and my fellow 430 classmates in Singapore and Fontainebleau. Its strength lies in fostering a deeper understanding of the complete business landscape, essential for cultivating effective future business leaders and managers. As our operations professor rightfully pointed out, "you don't ever just have an operations problem - you have a business problem." -
Embracing the INSEAD Experience as a Partner: A Personal Journey
As a partner who joined my husband at INSEAD, I embarked on a journey filled with apprehensions and curiosity. My intent in writing this blog is to share my experiences and insights, particularly for those who, like me, have had concerns about what it means to be a partner of an MBA student at such a prestigious institution.Before our arrival at INSEAD, I often heard about the Partner Programme and its vibrant engagement in the INSEAD community. However, I couldn't fully grasp what this entailed.
