NextBillion - An Initiative of the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan

As its CEO, Tilman Ehrbeck is responsible for the strategic direction and management of CGAP, a global partnership of over 35 development agencies, private foundations and national governments that share a common vision of improving the lives of poor people with better access to finance. Established in 1995 and housed at the World Bank, CGAP combines a pragmatic approach to market development with an evidence-based advocacy platform. It develops innovative solutions for financial inclusion through practical research and active engagement with financial service providers, policy makers and funders.