Mitchell Strauss is an experienced finance professional with a successful track record in the field of international development. With a background in Sustainable Development, Corporate Social Responsibility, Banking, Entrepreneurship, Gender/2X/Climate, and Inclusive Finance, Mitchell has excelled in both private and government sectors. His passion lies in Impact Investing and SRI Finance, focusing on structuring blended finance funding to enhance access to finance for women, refugees, and not-for-profits. Mitchell holds an MBA from the University of Connecticut and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Lake Forest College. He has held key positions such as Special Advisor SRI Finance at the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, Vice President at Chase Manhattan Bank of Maryland, and EVP at Riggs Bank.