Managing DirectorDraper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Kanini Mutooni is an accomplished impact investor and social entrepreneur with extensive experience in East Africa, Europe, and the United States.
She is the Regional Managing Director of the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation (DRK), a US-based foundation that invests in early-stage and growth-stage entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to global challenges.
Prior to joining DRK, Kanini held leadership positions at Toniic, the global action network for impact investors, the USAID-funded East Africa Trade and Investment Hub, and several investment banks.
Throughout her career, Kanini has demonstrated a deep commitment to leveraging finance and investment to drive positive social and environmental impact.
She has been instrumental in supporting numerous high-impact enterprises across various sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, and financial inclusion.
Her expertise in financial analysis, investment structuring, and org