Global Conference 2026

Capital Market Game Changers: Future of Finance Pitch Competition (Invite only)

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Over the past decade, alumni of the IFC-Milken Institute Capital Markets Program have built the future of financial markets across 60-plus developing and emerging economies. These young leaders have come up with new ideas for policy reforms, innovative funds, and financial structures. Topics range from securities lending, regional financial integration, and market liquidity to diaspora investment and exchange-traded funds. Which concepts will have the most impact on inclusive growth and investor attraction? Which can realistically be implemented—at what cost, where? Our program's most recent graduates will pitch detailed plans to a panel of prominent leaders from the development and business community. From Kenya and Ethiopia to Peru and Brazil, in this interactive session we will ”kick the tires” on the proposals and identify those ready for implementation or investment.

    Speakers

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    Jake Cusack

    Managing Partner, CrossBoundary Group
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    Isabella da Costa Mendes

    Founding Partner and Co-CEO, ImpactA Global
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    Jason Enlow

    Vice President, Corporate Development, Liberty Bank and Trust Company
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    Jorge Familiar

    Vice President and Treasurer, The World Bank
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    Vera Songwe

    Chair and Founder, The Liquidity and Sustainability Facility