Dr. Usha Gopinath

Dr. Usha Gopinath is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program design and implementation, focusing on women's health, entrepreneurship, and financial education. As Senior Executive Director at Samhita, Dr. Gopinath leads industry engagement and impact investments for a women's health and livelihoods alliance in Karnataka. Previous roles include Director of Programs at NASSCOM Foundation, where strategic planning for digital transformation was emphasized, and Chief Program Officer at Make A Difference, overseeing community-based program delivery. Other notable positions include Senior Consultant for a Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office project and International Expert in Financial Education for KfW funded initiatives. Dr. Gopinath's academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Economics from Bangalore University, complemented by a Master's degree in Banking, Agriculture Economics, and International Trade, and a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sociology, and Economics.