Juliana holds a bachelor's in business administration and a master's in international development, with over a decade of experience in financing sustainable infrastructure, promoting biodiversity preservation, and enhancing community well-being. Over the past four years, she has actively contributed to the New Development Bank's initiatives, focusing on environmental and social risk management, with gender considerations integrated into these assessments. Juliana has played key roles in leading U.S. foundations and with the Inter-American Development Bank in Brazil, where she has driven efforts to advance the environmental and social aspects of development projects. Her work is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that address the challenges of sustainable development, ultimately contributing to the growth and resilience of emerging economies.