Kate Montgomery

Kate Montgomery is a seasoned professional specializing in business development and partnerships within the nonprofit and investment sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Business Development at Acumen Capital Partners since June 2016, Kate leads fundraising initiatives that support various blended finance projects, including efforts focused on climate resilience and energy access in Africa and Pakistan. With a robust background in strategic partnerships, Kate has successfully developed collaborations with multiple government entities, securing over $91 million USD in funding. Previous roles include Director of Global Partnerships at d.light design, where Kate established a public-private partnership strategy, as well as positions at the International Rescue Committee and Feinstein International Center, contributing to emergency response and development initiatives. Kate holds an Executive Education in Social Finance from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, an MS in Conflict Studies from The London School of Economics, and a BA in Political Science from Colgate University.