John Ikeda
Practice Leader
With a global track record of innovation in water and climate change, John has over 17 years of experience in 30 countries.
John leads Castalia’s work on the financing and delivery of water supply and sanitation services. His areas of expertise are sector strategy, blended finance, and financial and economic analysis
Prior to Castalia, his work included experience in water finance and strategy with the World Bank, Green Climate Fund and Abt Associates. John has also co-founded and led two fintech startups.
Water impacts nearly every aspect of society, the economy, and the environment. In an increasingly water-stressed world, governments, utilities, and other stakeholders must find creative, cutting-edge solutions. John is passionate about providing these clients with the insights they need to solve their most pressing water challenges.
Q&A
What are your hobbies or interests?
Cooking, gardening, snowboarding, mountain biking, and kayaking on the Potomac River with my family and our corgi, Mochi
If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future?
The future!
What has been your favorite place that you’ve travelled to?
Iceland