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Lars Benson

Lars Benson

Impact investor and development practitioner (Insitor; ex-CIPE)

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Singapore
Joined November 2025
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Summary

Development and governance practitioner with deep Africa experience: Benson spent many years leading CIPE’s Africa programs, working with private-sector, civil-society, and government partners to advance regulatory reform, anti‑corruption and business integrity programs, and public‑private dialogue to improve governance and investment climates across the continent. cipe+1
Transitioned into impact investing and capital partnerships: In 2025 Benson moved into impact investment at Insitor, focusing on mobilizing capital and partnerships for companies serving low‑income consumers in South and Southeast Asia, indicating a shift from programmatic development work to leveraging private capital for social impact. insitorpartners+2
Advocate for women’s economic empowerment: Benson frequently speaks about and works on initiatives supporting women-led businesses and inclusive economic participation — a theme he highlights in public talks and CIPE/Insitor programming and partnerships. youtube+1

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How Women in Business are Changing the World in Africa (talk)

August 1, 2025

Public talk / keynote (Rotary Club Washington DC) on women’s economic empowerment, barriers to women’s participation in formal economies, and the role of impact investing and business associations in supporting women entrepreneurs.

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