Transcending Boundaries Podcast With Guest Reeta Roy, Interviewed by Ann Cotton

Reeta Roy is a globally respected leader and advocate for equity, inclusion, and shared prosperity. As President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, she has built one of the world’s largest and most impactful philanthropies, with over $50 billion in assets and transformative programs reaching millions across Africa and Indigenous communities in Canada. Since 2008, Reeta has championed bold, collaborative action—advancing youth employment, women’s empowerment, and vaccine equity through initiatives such as Saving Lives and Livelihoods. Guided by humility, listening, and co-creation, she remains a visionary voice for justice, opportunity, and transformative leadership across Africa and the world.