Sophie Romana is a prominent figure at Planet Finance, a multi-faceted financial institution dedicated to fostering inclusive and sustainable development through impact investing. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between capital markets and underserved communities, particularly in emerging economies. Romana champions innovative financial models that prioritize social and environmental returns alongside traditional financial profits. At Planet Finance, Romana is deeply involved in structuring and managing impact investment funds. These funds target sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, affordable housing, and microfinance, aiming to address pressing global challenges while generating positive social and environmental outcomes. Her role requires a keen understanding of financial analysis, risk management, and impact measurement. She collaborates with investors, investees, and local communities to ensure investments are aligned with both financial objectives and development goals. Romana’s expertise lies in crafting tailored financial solutions that meet the specific needs of the organizations and communities Planet Finance supports. This includes structuring blended finance deals, which combine public and private capital to de-risk investments and attract a wider range of investors. She also plays a key role in developing innovative financing instruments, such as social impact bonds and development impact bonds, that tie financial returns to measurable social outcomes. A significant aspect of her work involves rigorous impact measurement and management. Romana understands the importance of demonstrating the tangible benefits of impact investing. She works closely with investees to establish robust monitoring and evaluation systems that track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to social and environmental impact. This data is then used to inform investment decisions, improve program effectiveness, and communicate the value of impact investing to stakeholders. Beyond her direct investment activities, Sophie Romana is also a vocal advocate for the broader adoption of impact investing principles. She actively participates in industry conferences, writes thought leadership articles, and mentors aspiring impact investors. Her goal is to raise awareness about the potential of finance to drive positive change and to encourage more investors to consider the social and environmental consequences of their investment decisions. She believes that by integrating impact considerations into mainstream finance, it is possible to create a more equitable and sustainable global economy. Her dedication and expertise make her a valuable asset to Planet Finance and a leading voice in the impact investing field. She is committed to demonstrating that financial success and social impact can, and should, go hand in hand.