Sona Gandhi began her microfinance work in India and Malawi, and has been with SME Finance Forum member FINCA since 2005, assuming leadership positions in the U.S. and Jordan. Since 2015, Gandhi has served as the CEO of FINCA Guatemala. Under her inspired leadership, FINCA says it has introduced innovative health and life insurance products now benefiting 30,000 Guatemalans.

In this continuing series of interviews with FINCA’s global leaders, Gandhi shares her thoughts on responsible financial services, women’s empowerment, and the role of innovation and technology in expanding financial inclusion.