Kate Perkins

Kate Perkins serves as the Interim Head of Gender & Diversity Finance and Investment Director at British International Investment, with a focus on Financial Institutions and Equity in Africa and South Asia since October 2019. Additionally, Kate holds a Board Member position at Advans Microfinance Network and previously served on the Board of the Financial Inclusion Forum UK. Experience includes roles as Investment Manager and Consultant at CDC Group plc and Progression Capital, respectively, along with significant project management for an Atlantic rowing challenge. Early career includes positions as an Investment Analyst and Impact Investment Analyst, contributing to structured impact investments at NESTA and supporting social enterprises. Academic credentials include a Master of Physics from the University of Oxford.