Veena Lakhwani

Dedicated Social Finance Professional with a successful history of merging financial savvy and a passion for social impact. Expert in strategic financial analysis, risk assessment, and impact evaluation for diverse initiatives. Accomplished in aligning financial goals with social responsibility, building partnerships, and ensuring ethical compliance. A dynamic communicator with a zeal for driving positive change through innovative financial solutions.

Huber Social (Australia) - Project Manager and Social Audit Lead

• Headed the Social Impact Measurement for Virutcham Microfinance Limited, Tamil Nadu, in 2021, successfully implementing comprehensive assessment methodologies that gained recognition from the UN Global Compact Lead.
• Led the social audit project for SKP Educational Institutes, Maharashtra, collaborating with the educational trust in 2023. This initiative received acknowledgement from the UN SDGs for its impactful contributions to the education sector.
• Served as the Project Lead-India for the Social Audit project of Sewa Grih Rin Limited, Delhi, in 2024, overseeing the successful execution of the audit process. The achievements of this project are acknowledged by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Fundamentals of Quantitative Modeling

Discounted Cash Flow Modeling

Impact Measurement and Management for the SDGs

Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

• Financial Inclusion for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Authored an insightful article on financial inclusion strategies, published on a global platform of the Asian Venture Philanthropy Network. The article explores sustainable approaches to enhance financial inclusivity.

• Reshaping Society Through Blended Finance

Contributed a thought leadership piece on blended finance, addressing societal impact through innovative financial models. Published on the Asian Venture Philanthropy Network's platform.