Hugh Mehta has guided partnerships and raised funds for international environment, health, and child rights issues for over 18 years. He currently oversees CIFF’s climate partnerships and focuses on scaling philanthropy for climate change solutions.

Hugh started at UNICEF-UK, before progressing to WWF-UK where he led corporate partnerships to raise vital funds, reach new audiences and reduce company impact on the planet.  Prior to joining CIFF, Hugh managed a philanthropy backed secretariat team, which brought together donors, countries, pharmaceuticals and NGOs to tackle neglected tropical diseases.

Hugh is a trustee for the Environmental Funders Network and a school governor in Brighton, where he is often found at the beach or on a boat.