Julie Cheng

Julie Cheng is an experienced investment professional with a focus on climate resilience and financial inclusion, currently serving as a Member of the Investment Committee at WaterEquity and a Private Sector Investment Specialist at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). With a career spanning over two decades, Cheng has worked in various capacities including Advisor at MCE Social Capital and Director of Financial Inclusion at Harvesting, where significant contributions were made to innovative financing and sustainable development initiatives in emerging markets. Cheng's expertise includes evaluating investment strategies, developing funding programs for underserved communities, and establishing impactful partnerships, all aimed at enhancing food security and climate resilience. Academic qualifications include an M.B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.A. from Cornell University.