Kanika Bahl
About Kanika Bahl
Kanika Bahl serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Evidence Action, where she has led significant organizational growth and strategic initiatives since 2017. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematical Economics from Rice University and an MBA from Stanford University, and has a history of leadership roles in various organizations, including the Clinton Health Access Initiative and TechnoServe.
Work at Evidence Action
Kanika Bahl has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Evidence Action since 2017. Under her leadership, the organization has positioned itself as a recognized global leader in international development. Bahl has developed and implemented a new strategy that aims to double the organization's impact and incubate new service offerings in safe water and maternal health. She has also led Evidence Action through a significant financial turnaround, enhancing core operations and attracting high-caliber leadership, including a Chief Financial Officer. Bahl's stewardship has resulted in a 300% increase in revenues within a year by effectively managing relationships with key donors.
Education and Expertise
Kanika Bahl holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematical Economics from Rice University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Bahl's academic background provides her with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and economic principles, which she applies in her leadership roles within the international development sector.
Professional Background
Prior to her role at Evidence Action, Kanika Bahl worked at the Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. as Executive Vice President from 2005 to 2010, where she operated in various locations including New York City, Lusaka, Zambia, and Nairobi, Kenya. She also held the position of Director of Global Information Solutions at Voxiva for ten months in 2004-2005 in Washington, DC. Bahl has been a Board Member at TechnoServe since 2016, contributing her expertise for eight years.
Achievements in Fundraising
In 2022, Kanika Bahl successfully negotiated key terms on a $100 million fundraising deal with strategic Silicon Valley investors. This achievement highlights her capability in securing substantial funding and building relationships with influential stakeholders in the tech and investment sectors.