We see ourselves as partners—supporting, enabling, and co-creating solutions with the people we work. Our approach is patient and long-term, built on trust and shared purpose.
We believe change happens when everyone stands on equal footing. We focus on creating opportunity, and on building lasting independence.
We commit to goal-oriented work that is practical and purposeful, ensuring every action is rooted in relevant change.
We are there in person, in practice, and in spirit. We take the time to listen, to understand, and to walk with communities as they shape their own futures.
A first-generation entrepreneur and philanthropist, Harish chairs HBSF and leads Signet Capital, focusing on strategy, governance, and institution-building across education, healthcare, and heritage. He previously founded Signet Excipients.
Bina is Executive Director at HBSF, leading strategy and systems. With over 30 years experience in human resource and administration at Signet Excipients, she brings a values led, people-first approach to the foundation.
Amira is CEO & Executive Director at HBSF. With a background in management and development consulting, she leads operations and partnerships and is driven by a deep personal commitment to systemic, long-term change.
Anushka is Founder & CEO of Civic Studios. With a background in media, data science, and social justice, she advises HBSF on partnerships advancing behavioural change and media driven community engagement.
Robin, Founder & CEO of Dextrus, brings deep architectural experience across sectors. As Executive Director at HBSF, he focuses on public infrastructure projects, especially in healthcare, with a design forward approach.
John is Director of Global Health & Development at Rethink Priorities. He advises HBSF on economic development and higher education, drawing on research experience from MIT, J-PAL, Notre Dame, and Oxford.
