Now more than ever the world needs conscientious and globally diverse leaders who understand enterprise, financial instruments, and our natural ecosystems. Maya is a private equity professional turned impact investor and network builder. She looks for ways to marry capitalism with social and environmental sciences in order to achieve more robust and considered investment approaches that will support a sustainable future. Maya is passionate about assisting businesses and people to expand their potential. Although an American citizen, Maya has spent most of her life in southern Africa. She is currently a Deal Advisor at Caleo Capital, a globally diversified financial services firm, and is pursuing a Masters of Science in Sustainability and Environmental Management at Georgetown University in Washington DC.