Winnie Zesiro

Winnie Zesiro, as the Finance Director at Novastar Ventures, plays a pivotal role in steering the firm’s financial strategy and ensuring robust fiscal management across its diverse portfolio. With her extensive expertise in financial reporting, accounting, and investor relations, Winnie is instrumental in maintaining transparency and building trust with both current and prospective investors. Her deep understanding of IFRS standards and fund management principles ensures that Novastar’s financial operations adhere to international best practices, facilitating seamless reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

In her current role, Winnie oversees the financial health of the firm’s $200 million assets under management (AUM), providing strategic insights that support the firm’s mission to invest in innovative, impact-driven ventures that create inclusive value. She leads the development of comprehensive fund reporting frameworks, ensuring that key stakeholders receive timely and accurate financial information, which is critical for investor confidence and ongoing fundraising efforts. Winnie’s expertise in tax planning and managerial finance further enhances Novastar’s ability to optimize capital deployment and maximize returns for both investors and entrepreneurs.

Additionally, Winnie is actively involved in key projects that leverage gender lens investing, aligning financial strategies with the firm’s commitment to gender equity and social impact. Her role also encompasses strengthening financial systems and database design to improve data-driven decision-making. Through her leadership, Winnie Zesiro exemplifies how strategic financial management and a passion for inclusive growth can drive sustainable impact in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, making her an invaluable asset to Novastar Ventures’ mission of building businesses that serve the many, not the few.