Rajiv J. Shah

Rajiv J. Shah is the president of the Rockefeller Foundation and a prominent figure in global development, having previously served as the head of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). His leadership at USAID was marked by a commitment to innovative solutions in foreign aid and health initiatives, aimed at promoting human dignity and addressing pressing global challenges. In recent years, he has been vocal about the setbacks faced by international aid systems and is advocating for new models of development that prioritize local leadership and sustainable investment.