Janet Perez Shensky is the Senior Vice President of Financial Services at Water Finance Exchange, where she leads the development and delivery of financial solutions that support water infrastructure investment across the U.S. In this role, she focuses on aligning public, private, and philanthropic capital to help water systems and project sponsors access sustainable, cost-effective financing for planning, construction, and long-term system resilience.
Prior to joining Water Finance Exchange, Ms. Shensky served as Senior Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships at Lendistry, a national Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). There, she led participation and administration of state and federal financing programs including grants, revolving loan funds, and credit enhancement initiatives. With more than a decade of experience in finance and strategic partnerships, she has played a key role in facilitating the deployment of over $1.4 billion in public funding nationwide and expanding access to responsible capital for underserved communities.
Ms. Shensky brings extensive experience working with government agencies, financial institutions, and mission-driven organizations to structure financing tools that address market gaps and advance long-term economic and infrastructure sustainability. She holds a Master of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, with a concentration in public finance, and a Bachelor’s in Political Science.
