Honoree Details

Kayla Fishman is a mission-driven strategist and storyteller advancing global equity through innovation, data, and human-centered design. As Director of Special Projects at GiveDirectly, she leads transformative initiatives distributing direct cash aid to communities in extreme poverty—empowering recipients with agency and dignity. With a background in film and public engagement from her years at Disney and Varo Bank, Kayla combines creative development with nonprofit execution, scaling efforts that are both impactful and emotionally resonant. Her work spans financial inclusion, digital advocacy, and evidence-based giving, making her a dynamic force at the intersection of media, impact, and economic justice.