Deniz Harut

Deniz Harut is a global leader in sustainable finance, unlocking public and private funds and raising capital for the most pressing issues challenging the world today, particularly in the areas of the climate crisis and gender equality. Deniz has over sixteen years’ experience in emerging markets, international development finance and impact investing, advising governments, companies, investors and sovereigns for significant societal benefit. She provides thought leadership on a broad set of ESG topics, strategic advice and transaction support to bring product expertise to advance sustainability solutions for clients. Since 2017, has helped mobilize over $5 billion of blended finance investment into emerging markets. During the Ebola crisis in West Africa, Deniz successfully raised funds for Sierra Leone supporting financial inclusion & economic growth. Deniz has extensive experience at board level in the environmental, social and arts and culture sectors, Founder-Director of Veggie Option sustainable living platform, and a Cordon Bleu Certified Chef.