Daniella Levy

Daniella Levy is a Senior Associate at Milken Institute International, based in São Paulo, Brazil. In her role, she leads the Institute’s regional expansion efforts across Latin America, fostering partnerships with key stakeholders in finance, policy, and philanthropy to advance inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Her work focuses on investor engagement, regional collaboration, and program development, supporting the Institute’s mission to connect global capital with local impact. 

Before joining the Milken Institute, Daniella served as Head of Technology and Data at a leading financial institution headquartered in Brazil, where she managed cross-border initiatives focused on digital transformation and data-driven decision-making. She also held roles in business management and investor relations, developing expertise in aligning strategic, financial, and analytical objectives to drive growth and innovation. 

With a strong interdisciplinary background at the intersection of finance, engineering, and data science, Daniella brings a systems-oriented and evidence-based approach to regional development and institutional strategy. She holds a degree in Industrial Engineering, a postgraduate degree in Finance from Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV), and a Master’s in Data Science from Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA). 

Fluent in English, Portuguese, and French, Daniella’s international outlook has been shaped by her engagement with diverse global networks and multicultural collaboration. Beyond her professional work, she has been an active participant in Model United Nations programs and maintains a recurrent commitment to community service, reflecting her belief in civic engagement and the power of collective action. A passionate athlete, Daniella is currently pursuing the Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star Medal, embodying her dedication to perseverance, discipline, and continuous improvement both personally and professionally.