Deborah Winshel is a Senior Lecturer in the General Management Unit of Harvard Business School, known for her expertise in Leadership and Organizational Behavior. She teaches essential MBA courses such as Leadership and Corporate Accountability and the Field Immersion course. Her elective offerings include Power and Influence, and she plays a significant role in Executive Education, covering crisis leadership, culture, and strategy. Deborah has a rich background in both corporate and non-profit sectors, having served as Managing Director and Global Head of Social Impact at BlackRock, where she led innovative initiatives to enhance economic mobility. Notably, she initiated the $100MM cornerstone investment in Breakthrough Energy, aiding sustainable energy innovation. Her earlier experience at JP Morgan spanned 13 years, focusing on corporate finance and M&A. Deborah’s leadership roles continued at the Metropolitan Museum of Art as CFO and at The Robin Hood Foundation as COO and President. She has received several accolades, including the 2021 Harvard Business School Alumni Achievement Award and recognition as one of the '50 Most Powerful Women in New York.' She is actively involved in various boards and committees, contributing to climate-technology and arts initiatives in NYC.