Janine Firpo
About Janine Firpo
Janine Firpo is an instructor and lead investor at Next Wave Impact, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in mobile money, social entrepreneurship, and values-aligned investing, having held various roles in organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the International Finance Corporation.
Work at Women with Capital
Janine Firpo has served as an Instructor at Women with Capital since 2019. In this role, she focuses on empowering women to make informed financial decisions that align with their values. Her work involves educating women about investment strategies and fostering a community that supports values-aligned investing.
Current Role at Next Wave Impact
Since 2017, Janine Firpo has held the position of Lead Investor at Next Wave Impact. In this capacity, she has contributed to the growth of impact investing, helping to direct capital towards initiatives that generate social and environmental benefits alongside financial returns.
Previous Experience at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Janine Firpo worked at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as Deputy Director of Financial Services at Scale from 2012 to 2017. During her tenure, she focused on expanding financial services to underserved populations, contributing to the foundation's mission of enhancing global health and reducing poverty.
Background in Technology and Finance
Janine Firpo has a diverse background that includes over 35 years in technology and international development. She began her career as an Assembly Language Programmer at Pan-American Life Insurance Group and has held various roles in prominent organizations, including Apple Computer and Hewlett-Packard Company. Her expertise spans mobile banking, social entrepreneurship, and values-aligned investing.
Education and Expertise
Janine Firpo holds a Master of Science degree in Zoology/Computer Science from the University of Florida and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from UCLA. Her educational background supports her work in technology and finance, particularly in the context of social impact and investment strategies.