Niharika Hanglem

Niharika Hanglem brings 15+ years of experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact driving equitable economic development. She has held leadership roles at Illinois Tech’s Kaplan Institute, GET Cities, and the World Bank, where she designed programs to empower underrepresented entrepreneurs, foster sustainable growth, and support community-driven development. As a Delta Institute board director, Niharika champions market-based solutions to environmental challenges, and foster resilience in Midwest communities. Based in Chicago, she continues to shape inclusive ecosystems through advisory roles, mentorship, and advocacy, creating pathways for sustainable impact and equitable opportunities for founders and communities.