Smarter Risks, Bigger Impact: How Evidence Mobilization Supports Better Decisions
This session will explore how development institutions can increase impact by mobilizing evidence more effectively and making smarter risk decisions. Drawing on insights from evaluation, evidence synthesis, and impact investing, Ken Chomitz will examine why projects succeed or fail, how AI can transform the use of evidence in project design, and why a portfolio approach to risk-taking is essential for achieving greater development results.
Fireside Chat: Ken Chomitz, Former Chief Economist, Global Innovation Fund, in conversation with Aman Trana, Director General, Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department (PPFD), ADB
Session Coordinator: Joanna Titic
