Juanita Pied

Founder and CEO

“Explore, Enlighten, Empower”

Versed in Impact Investing, Business Analytics, and agile Project Management, Juanita is passionate about promoting sustainable practices and the transition to a Circular Economy.

She has a proven track record of successfully leading transformational projects from ideation to realization, effectively translating the vision of C-suite executives into user-centric solutions that drive results. Notably, Juanita led a million-dollar business transformation, which involved the integration of digital technologies and process optimization, while managing multiple cross-functional teams at IDB Invest.

Juanita also brings hands-on experience negotiating, financing and managing over 70 international projects in Infrastructure and Renewable Energy across Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean for nearly 20 years in banking and Development Finance Institutions. Her cumulative portfolio would reach $2bn in financing tickets over her career. She is knowledgeable in a wide range of financial products used in Impact Investing, including Blended Finance and guarantees.

Co-founder of the Circular Disruption Think Tank with fellow GSB Stanford Lead alumni, she leverages her extensive knowledge and experience to support businesses as they embark on their transformational journey. Finally, Juanita also mentors start-ups, her way to give back to the community. 

Juanita's work ethic and commitment to excellence are outstanding, resulting in impressive outcomes.

Originally from the Caribbean, Juanita is a mother of twins, she loves drawing and photography.

Education

Stanford GSB LEAD Certificate

Juanita was distinguished by the Stanford Faculty with the LEAD Impact Award which recognized her intellectual contribution to the community and her academic achievements.

Wharton University Business Analytics certificate

Cambridge University Circular Economy certificate

ESSEC Business School MSc SMIB

ESTP Paris MSc Civil Engineering

Speaking Engagements

ESSEC Business School

MS SMIB Guest Speaker (2018, 2022, 2023)

Careers for the Greater Good, introduction to Sustainability Development and Impact Investment

Standford GSB Me2We conference 2023

Speaker (In person)

Unlock the Power of Circular Disruption

Workshop by the Circular Disruption Thinktank

Presented by: Juana-Catalina Rodriguez, Juanita Pied, Manuel Castillo & Sachio Nishioka

LEAD Incubator & Startup Accelerator

LISA Speaker (virtual webinar)

IMPACT Workshop. Spring & Fall 2022

Presented by: Julien Maynard, Juanita Pied, & Sachio Nishioka