Renuka Naj

Renuka Naj, a senior advisor and strategist, brings over 20 years of leadership experience in promoting sustainable programs in health, education, food security, and good governance across Asia, Africa, the Middle East (Iraq), and the United States.

Recognized by the U.S. Government and the United Nations for impactful peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development programs.

Former staff journalist at The Wall Street Journal, with published articles in various prestigious publications like Foreign Policy and Indian Express.

Fluent in Hindi/Urdu, Tamil, English, and some French, Renuka is also an avid yoga practitioner.

Skilled diplomat, program manager, and thought leader with practical knowledge in business strategies, macroeconomics, development, emerging markets, sustainability, health, environmental issues, and foreign policy.

Education includes a Master's Degree from Temple University, and professional certificates from Stanford University and the University of Geneva in areas like Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Energy Innovation, Water Law, Water Resources Management/Policy, and Climate Change/Water in Mountains.

Formerly associated with prominent organizations like UNOPS, USAID, FOJP Service Corporation, and the U.S. Embassy in various roles spanning Djibouti, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, Iraq, and Zambia.