Karishma Samtani

Early Careers, Lead Programme Manager HK & TW

Standard Chartered

Karishma Samtani’s journey to becoming the best version of herself and bring out the best in others began with her desire to overcome her own struggles. This helped her become a beacon of light who serves the community tirelessly. Her building blocks for engaging in multifaceted approaches to making a difference are a testament to her unwavering commitment to serving others.

With Karishma’s blend of expertise in HR within the Financial Services, dedication to mental health and creating awareness of cancer prevention, she is a force to be reckoned with. Karishma’s impact has reached far beyond the confines of her profession, leaving a lasting impression on the lives of countless individuals she has touched.

Over the years, in her professional role and pro-bono basis, she has worked with over 3000 students individually through universities, non-profit organizations, and social enterprises, helping them achieve their goals. Karishma’s struggles with prejudice and marginalisation as an ethnic minority catalyse her relentless drive to make a worthwhile progressive impact.