Melissa Bukuru joined Ownership Works in 2022 and leads the Financial Inclusion and Resilience practice, advancing programs that strengthen employee financial wellness within broad-based ownership models. Previously, she was a Director at Lion’s Head Global Partners, focusing on financial inclusion and women’s economic empowerment across emerging markets. Earlier, at Soros Fund Management, Melissa led global policy projects for the firm’s principals. She has also held roles at the Open Society Foundations and the Council on Foreign Relations. Her cross-sector experience centers on economic resilience, equity, and inclusive growth across finance, philanthropy, and policy.