Social Finance
Nadine Smith is a seasoned professional in communications and public engagement, currently serving as the Director and Head of Practice at Social Finance since September 2021, and as a Fellow and Director at the Centre for Public Impact since November 2014, where Nadine played a pivotal role in establishing the organization. With extensive experience across various organizations, Nadine has held leadership positions in global marketing and communications, including directing efforts for the Boston Consulting Group’s public sector practice and managing communications for the Institute for Government. Nadine's early career includes key roles at the Cabinet Office, overseeing strategic and media campaigns, as well as serving as Head of Press for significant public inquiries. Nadine holds an MA in Journalism from the University of Westminster, a BA in French and Politics from Oxford Brookes University, and a diploma in politics from Sciences Po Grenoble.
Social Finance
We help our partners design, fund and scale solutions to complex and enduring social issues. Our pioneering work delivers lasting and widespread change that improves the lives of people and communities in the UK and globally. We’ve been doing this since we created the world’s first social impact bond in 2010 – a totally new approach to funding and delivery, in which investors are repaid only if and when services improve outcomes for people. Today, this is just one aspect of what we do. We have a team of over 120 people, diverse in skills and experiences, united in our passion for making the world a fairer place.