Lotte Schou Zibell is a global expert in financial sector development, with over 30 years of international experience in regulatory reform, institutional transformation, and capacity building. She has held senior leadership roles at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in both the Philippines and Australia, and previously served in key positions at the Swedish Ministry of Finance, the Riksbank, and the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority. She has also advised the European Commission and the International Monetary Fund on financial regulation and supervision. Lotte has worked across Africa, Asia, Australia, Central Asia, Europe, North America, and the Pacific. She now focuses on strategic advisory and impact-driven finance, emphasizing inclusive, resilient, and climate-aligned financial solutions. Her work integrates digital innovation and fintech to help financial systems adapt to evolving risks and opportunities. She is passionate about building capacity and fostering learning, with a proven track record in leading multicultural teams and supporting organizations to deliver high-impact, sustainable results.