Samanata Thapa Magar is the Asia Partner and Head of Programs at Startup Discovery Asia (SDA), where she drives inclusive innovation programs for climate startups and MSMEs across South Asia. Her expertise spans GEDSI, circular business models, design thinking, investment readiness, and translational partnerships. She has worked with organizations across diverse sectors including climate, technology, agriculture, renewable energy, health, and education. Beyond SDA, Samanata is the Co-founder of Haushala Creatives, Nepal’s first sustainable fashion advocacy brand, and serves on the board of WeUnited, empowering girls through sports. She is also a founding member of AIESEC in Nepal and advises ward-level youth clubs in Lalitpur on innovation and entrepreneurship.