Women Changing Finance

Krisztina Tora
Women Changing Finance

Women Changing Finance isn’t just about finance—it’s about the people transforming it to create a better world. Host Krisztina Tora, a global leader and changemaker, brings her extensive expertise to the conversation, inviting remarkable women from across the globe to share their stories of driving social and environmental impact through financial innovation. Through real-world examples and personal journeys, this podcast reveals how finance can be a powerful tool for change—something we can all engage with and leverage for good. Our guests are women proving that change is possible—whether by investing in underserved communities, developing innovative solutions to address climate challenges, or driving systems-level transformation. Their stories showcase the impact we can create when we align financial resources with our highest aspirations for a better world. If you’re a changemaker, a professional seeking purpose, or simply curious about the role of finance in building a better future, join us to: * Get inspired by real stories of impact and innovation * Learn how to contribute to systemic change * Explore the intersection of finance, purpose, and leadership Subscribe now and join us in reimagining finance! Visit our website womenchangingfinance.org [https://womenchangingfinance.org/]

Episodes

  1. 7 HR. AGO

    E02 - Naina Subberwal Batra, CEO of AVPN

    In this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora welcomes Naina S. Batra, CEO and Chairwoman of AVPN, the largest regional social investment network that aims to increase the flow of financial, human and intellectual capital for impact. Naina discusses the evolving landscape of impact investing in Asia, highlighting the growth of ESG investments and the increasing interest of sovereign funds in the sector. She shares inspiring stories of impactful businesses that have successfully attracted capital and emphasizes the importance of networks in driving collaboration and change. Tune in to discover how Naina and AVPN are making significant strides in promoting impact investing and supporting the next generation of changemakers in Asia. Please review the episode, share your feedback and subscribe to the podcast! You can also: * Visit our website: womenchangingfinance.org [http://womenchangingfinance.org/] * Follow Naina on LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/naina-batra/?originalSubdomain=sg] * Read Naina's full bio  [https://avpn.asia/author/naina-subberwal-batra/] To go further, here are some of the references mentioned by Naina during the episode: * AVPN https://avpn.asia/ * LeapFrog https://leapfroginvest.com/ * Ankur Capital https://www.ankurcapital.com/ * Kaizen Capital https://www.kaizen-capital.net/ * Temasek https://temasek.com.sg/ * Khazanah Nasional Berhad https://www.khazanah.com.my/ * Mubadala Investment Company https://www.mubadala.com/ * Cropin https://www.cropin.com/ * Khushi Baby https://www.khushibaby.org/ * LifeSpring Hospital https://lifespring.in/ * Husk Power Systems https://huskpowersystems.com/ * From Blueprint to Scale https://acumen.org/app/uploads/2024/03/Acumen-From-Blueprint-to-Scale-report.pdf * Beyond the Pioneer https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/global/Documents/Financial-Services/dttl-monitor-Beyond-the-Pioneer-2014-04.pdf * Reimagining Philanthropy in the Global South https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/reimagining-philanthropy-in-the-global-south/892D6D9A346C1670F2B28B95F6198607

    40 min
  2. 7 HR. AGO

    E01 - Carmen Correa, CEO of Pro Mujer

    In this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora speaks with Carmen Correa, CEO of Pro Mujer, a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to advancing gender equality in Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in sustainable development, Carmen shares her insights on the impact of gender-lens investing and the challenges women face in accessing finance. She discusses the significant progress being made in Latin America, including the rise of gender bonds and innovative financial instruments designed to support women entrepreneurs. Tune in to discover how Carmen and her team are transforming lives and driving change in their communities, inspiring a new wave of investors to look towards Latin America for impactful opportunities. Please review the episode, share your feedback and subscribe to the podcast! You can also:  * Visit our website: womenchangingfinance.org [http://womenchangingfinance.org/] * Follow Carmen on LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-correa-78594724/] * Read Carmen's full bio  [https://promujer.org/portal/#executive-commitee] To go further, here are some of the references mentioned by Carmen during the episode:  * Pro Mujer https://promujer.org/portal/ * Pro Mujer's First Gender Bond https://promujer.org/en/blog/pro-mujer-issues-first-gender-bond-in-argentina/ * IDB Lab https://bidlab.org/en * UN Women & Luxembourg Stock Exchange case study about Pro Mujer's Gender Bond https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/2024-03/case-study-series-innovative-financing-for-gender-equality-via-bonds-argentina-en.pdf * Endeavor https://endeavor.org/ * Fundación Avina https://www.avina.net/en/home/ * Ellas Emprenden, book by Pro Mujer https://promujer.org/portal/2023/11/19/pro-mujer-publishes-first-book-she-ventures-stories-of-latin-american-women/ * Impact, by Sir Ronald Cohen https://www.impactrevolution.com/ * GLI Forum https://gliforumlatam.com/en/

    48 min

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Women Changing Finance isn’t just about finance—it’s about the people transforming it to create a better world. Host Krisztina Tora, a global leader and changemaker, brings her extensive expertise to the conversation, inviting remarkable women from across the globe to share their stories of driving social and environmental impact through financial innovation. Through real-world examples and personal journeys, this podcast reveals how finance can be a powerful tool for change—something we can all engage with and leverage for good. Our guests are women proving that change is possible—whether by investing in underserved communities, developing innovative solutions to address climate challenges, or driving systems-level transformation. Their stories showcase the impact we can create when we align financial resources with our highest aspirations for a better world. If you’re a changemaker, a professional seeking purpose, or simply curious about the role of finance in building a better future, join us to: * Get inspired by real stories of impact and innovation * Learn how to contribute to systemic change * Explore the intersection of finance, purpose, and leadership Subscribe now and join us in reimagining finance! Visit our website womenchangingfinance.org [https://womenchangingfinance.org/]

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