Vanessa is a Communications & Marketing Strategist with the Human Capital Umbrella Program. Based in Washington, DC, she leads communications efforts for a $22 million trust fund aimed at accelerating investments in people. With over 15 years of experience, she has a proven track record in managing executive communications, strategic messaging, and donor relations. Previously, Vanessa worked with the International Finance Corporation and J Walter Thompson Advertising, where she led content creation and strategic campaigns. She has focused messaging and contributed to elevating visibility on critical issues around human development, climate change, water and sanitation, and infrastructure development.