Development Finance International (DFI)
Development Finance International (DFI)
About

DFI was founded in 1992 by Diane M. Willkens. Building on previous international business development work, Ms. Willkens realized that many US corporations lacked the networks and know-how to leverage opportunities of the World Bank, regional development banks, and other US export and investment promotion agencies. At the time, relevant information was difficult to locate so local presence and established institutional contacts were the only viable way to secure support from these organizations. Equipped with the necessary knowledge, networks, and influence at its outset, DFI was formed and quickly attracted an initial cohort of best-in-class US-based multinational corporations seeking to accelerate emerging market growth and development.

It was not long before DFI extended its product line to make greater use of an expanding portfolio of capabilities:

 

  • Solid understanding of international finance organizations
  • Exceptional experience in emerging business development
  • Wide-ranging networks in the international development community
  • Extensive base of partners to expand DFI's reach, expertise and capabilities

 

This diversification led DFI to play more proactive and engaged roles in the development and launch of clients’ global emerging market strategies, including targeted relationship-building with international development agencies around the globe – such as the Inter-American, Asian, and African Development Banks, bilateral donors throughout the developed world, and select agencies of the United Nations agencies.

 

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Experience

Contract Awards
Capacity Development Technical Assistance
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Provision of General Services
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

Company Offices

  • India
  • Regus Business Center Augusta Point Level 4, Golf Course Road Gurgaon
  • Philippines
  • Taguig
  • NetOne Center, 11/F, Unit 11-1 Bonifacio Global City
  • United States (headquarters)
  • Bethesda
  • 7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 505