A seasoned communications leader with over 15 years of experience, Akanksha Rath specializes in developing innovative, people-centered strategies that drive engagement and align with organizational goals across academia, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. As an Adjunct Faculty at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Singapore Management University (SMU), she designs and delivers courses focused on persuasion, storytelling, and interdisciplinary thinking. She has recently joined the Global Finance and Technology Network, where she oversees and manages the initiatives of its Knowledge Hub.
Akanksha has several years of experience in managing complex programs and fostering cross-functional collaboration. She holds a Master's in Tri-Sector Collaboration from SMU and her work has earned her several accolades, including recognition on the SMU Dean’s Teaching Honours List.
Roundtable Room 2 (Level 2)
Open
This high-level roundtable will convene public and private sector leaders to explore the core building blocks required to cultivate a thriving fintech ecosystem. Through a structured dialogue across three strategic themes—policy and regulatory design, capacity building and inclusion, and digital infrastructure and innovation—the session will unpack lessons learned and share playbook recommendations for governments, regulators, and ecosystem builders shaping their fintech strategies.