Aditi Namdeo

Aditi Namdeo is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at J-PAL South Asia, part of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab.1 With nearly two decades of experience in public-private partnerships, technology policy, innovation, and consulting, she has worked in leadership positions across Europe, the US, and Australia.1

Professional Background

Aditi's current role at J-PAL South Asia involves:

1. Leading the Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN) to unlock data use potential for social impact in India.12
2. Spearheading the Air and Water Labs Initiative to improve air and water policy in South Asia.1
3. Driving strategic initiatives through partnerships with governments, private sector entities, foundations, and emerging partners in technology and industry.1

Prior to joining J-PAL, Aditi held several notable positions:

• Chief Partnerships Officer at the Reserve Bank of India's Innovation Hub.1
• Head of Strategic Partnerships and Head of Operations and Business Engagement at the World Economic Forum's Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution in India.1
• Leadership roles at PwC, where she led business transformation programs in India and Denmark.1

Education and Expertise

Aditi's educational background is extensive:

• Engineering degree in Computer Science
• MBA from IIT Kharagpur
• Master's in Public Policy from LSE
• Diploma in Artificial Intelligence from Oxford University, Saïd Business School1

She is known for her expertise in innovation and technology, having authored papers and participated in panels on these subjects.1

Personal Initiatives

Aditi is an advocate for women in technology, serving as an ambassador for women-led tech NGOs and communities that champion innovation for women.1