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Investing in Impact | Impact Investing

Investing in Impact interviews impact investors, General Partners, and VC's from around the world on their individual journeys and to connect impact entrepreneurs with insight into funding, scalability, and insights to inspire more impact companies around the world.

  1. David Lynn, Co-Founder and CEO of Mission Driven Finance (MDF): Bridging Capital Gaps for Local Economies

    14 DE NOV.

    David Lynn, Co-Founder and CEO of Mission Driven Finance (MDF): Bridging Capital Gaps for Local Economies

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 82 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with David Lynn, Co-Founder and CEO of Mission Driven Finance (MDF), an organization focused on closing capital gaps and catalyzing economic opportunities in underserved communities. In this conversation, David shares his unconventional journey from tech to finance and the catalysts that led him to establish MDF. We dive into MDF’s mission to bridge capital gaps by focusing on private credit and real estate to support local businesses, and David highlights the importance of community-driven due diligence, where relationships are prioritized over traditional metrics. David also discusses the diverse sources of capital backing MDF, including foundations, high-net-worth individuals, and institutional investors, and MDF's expansion from its roots in San Diego to a national scale. Looking forward, he outlines MDF's ambitious goal of moving a billion dollars into communities by 2027 and the broader potential for blended finance policies to drive growth in impact investing. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    37min
  2. Dan Barker, President and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator and investor in early-stage, impact-driven startups from around the globe.

    1 DE NOV.

    Dan Barker, President and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator and investor in early-stage, impact-driven startups from around the globe.

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 81 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Dan Barker, President and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator and investor in early-stage, impact-driven startups from around the globe. About Dan Dan is a seasoned leader in impact investing and social entrepreneurship. As the President and CEO of Halcyon, he's dedicated to nurturing and funding innovative startups making a positive global impact. Before joining Halcyon, Dan held leadership roles at Mastercard, BlackRock, and Deloitte, where he focused on driving social change through research, strategy, and investment. His academic background, including a master's degree from Columbia University and a bachelor's degree from NYU, further complements his deep understanding of international finance and economic policy. Dan's commitment to fostering a more equitable world is evident in his service on various advisory boards and his role as a judge for the Inclusive Fintech 50. Halcyon: Accelerating the Impact-Driven Future Halcyon is a leading incubator and investor dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage, impact-driven startups. Since 2014, Halcyon has empowered social entrepreneurs with the resources, community, and expertise they need to succeed. By providing fellowships, mentorship, and investment opportunities, Halcyon helps startups address critical global challenges in Health, Climate, and EquityTech. Halcyon House: A Historic Hub for Innovation Halcyon House, a historic 18th-century mansion nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C.'s Georgetown neighborhood, serves as the beating heart of Halcyon. Once home to the first Secretary of the Navy, Benjamin Stoddert, this iconic building now provides a unique and inspiring workspace for Halcyon’s fellows. With its rich history and elegant surroundings, Halcyon House fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Its grand rooms, including the historic library and the modern boardroom, provide the perfect setting for Halcyon's programs, events, and community gatherings. Whether it's a fellowship retreat, a speaker series, or a networking event, Halcyon House offers a distinctive backdrop that elevates the experience. For Halcyon’s fellows, the mansion is more than just a workspace. It's a place to connect with like-minded individuals, seek inspiration, and grow their businesses. The serene atmosphere and stunning architecture create an ideal environment for focused work and creative thinking. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    41min
  3. Cole Shephard, Partner at Legacy Group - Alternative Asset Manager Focused on High-Impact Investment Opportunities in Latin America

    15 DE OUT.

    Cole Shephard, Partner at Legacy Group - Alternative Asset Manager Focused on High-Impact Investment Opportunities in Latin America

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 80 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Cole Shephard, founder of Legacy Group, on his mission to become a leading coffee producer in Colombia while maintaining a focus on sustainability and social impact. About Cole Shephard Cole is a Partner at Legacy Group, an alternative asset manager focused on high-impact investment opportunities in the U.S. and Latin America. Founded in 2015, Legacy Group aims to bridge the gap between financial capital and ventures with significant social and environmental impact across various sectors, including real estate, agriculture, and technology. Before founding Legacy Group, Cole spent eight years with Pricewaterhouse Coopers, working across the U.S., Bermuda, Hong Kong, and Beijing. His expertise spans accounting, advisory, and consulting, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions in industries like financial services, real estate, and healthcare. In this episode, Cole shares valuable insights on building business models that integrate environmental and social initiatives, emphasizes the importance of adaptability for aspiring entrepreneurs, and outlines the ambitious future goals for the Green Coffee Company. Key Takeaways from the Interview: Green Coffee Company is Colombia's largest coffee producer.The company focuses on sustainability and social impact.Building a business for the long term is crucial.Education and talent development are key to success.Entrepreneurship involves facing numerous challenges.Aspiring entrepreneurs should learn from experiences.Identifying strengths and weaknesses is essential.Future goals include becoming a public company.The company aims for nationwide expansion in Colombia.Building a community around the business is important. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    49min
  4. Venture Capital For Equitable Supply Chains - Ed Marcum // Managing Partner of the Working Capital Fund

    2 DE OUT.

    Venture Capital For Equitable Supply Chains - Ed Marcum // Managing Partner of the Working Capital Fund

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 79 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Ed Marcum, the Managing Partner of the Working Capital Fund, on the innovations creating a more transparent and responsible global supply chain. With over 20 years of experience in human rights and venture capital investing, Ed has worked across the for-profit, nonprofit, and public policy sectors. Previously, he spent more than a decade at Humanity United, guiding initiatives to address forced labor in corporate supply chains. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MBA/MA from The Wharton School and the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. About the Working Capital Fund The Working Capital Fund is on a mission to improve the lives of marginalized workers, catalyzing economic justice by investing in innovative solutions that address the deep-seated challenges of global supply chains. Global supply chains are enormous, involving millions of workers across thousands of businesses. On average, a Fortune 500 company works with over 10,000 suppliers, producing the goods that consumers rely on daily. However, these supply chains are often associated with some of the most pressing challenges humanity faces, including forced labor, unfair wages, and environmental degradation. Annually, over $354 billion worth of goods are at risk of being tainted by forced labor, with more than 17 million workers trapped in modern slavery conditions. These challenges are often hidden deep within supply chains, making them difficult to detect and resolve. Moreover, supply chains are a primary contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating the climate crisis. How the Working Capital Fund Works to Create Impact The Working Capital Fund focuses on investing in technologies and solutions that address the injustices inherent in global supply chains. Through its strategic investments, it aims to create a positive impact on workers and the environment. Key areas of focus include: 1. AI-Enabled Transparency Tools One of the biggest challenges in addressing supply chain issues is the lack of transparency. Corporations often do not have visibility into the practices of their suppliers, making it difficult to identify labor violations or environmental concerns. By investing in AI-enabled transparency tools, the Working Capital Fund is empowering companies to map their entire supply chains and assess risks in real time. These tools offer a clear view of potential human rights abuses or environmental risks, helping businesses make more informed decisions about their suppliers. 2. Worker-Voice Solutions Empowering workers is a critical part of creating a fair and just supply chain. The Working Capital Fund invests in worker-voice solutions that give laborers the tools they need to hold their employers accountable. These solutions allow workers to anonymously report unsafe working conditions, wage theft, or other violations, providing valuable feedback to companies and regulators. With this data, stakeholders can take action to improve labor conditions and ensure that workers’ rights are respected. 3. Financial Technology for Fair Pay Ensuring fair wages for workers is another priority for the Working Capital Fund. By investing in financial technologies, the Fund is helping to create systems that ensure workers are paid promptly and fairly. These technologies also help gather sustainability data on upstream suppliers, providing insights into whether they are adhering to ethical labor practices. With this information, companies can work towards ensuring that their entire supply chain is both economically and socially responsible. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Sub

    38min
  5. Gavin Smith PhD, Managing Director, Head of Equity Research and Sustainable Investing for PGIM Quantitative Solutions

    25 DE SET.

    Gavin Smith PhD, Managing Director, Head of Equity Research and Sustainable Investing for PGIM Quantitative Solutions

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 78 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Gavin Smith PhD, Managing Director, Head of Equity Research and Sustainable Investing for PGIM Quantitative Solutions, on his journey into sustainable investing and the evolution of ESG and SDGs. Gavin Smith, PhD, is the Managing Director and Head of Equity Research and Sustainable Investing at PGIM Quantitative Solutions. In this role, he leads the integration of ESG factors into the firm’s investment platform and oversees research and analysis for Quantitative Equity portfolios. Prior to this, Gavin was a portfolio manager and a key member of PGIM’s Research team, focusing on alpha and implementation strategies. Before joining PGIM, he led the North American Quantitative Research team at Macquarie Capital and held research roles at Barclays Capital and Plato Investment Management in Sydney, Australia. Gavin holds a BComm (Honors) in finance from the University of Wollongong and a PhD in finance from the University of New South Wales, Australia. Takeaways Gavin's dual role combines quantitative equity research with sustainable investing.The evolution of ESG has been significant since the Paris Climate Accord.Data quality is crucial for effective ESG and SDG investing.Key metrics for evaluating companies include carbon emissions, water usage, and diversity.Engagement with companies is essential for improving data transparency.SDGs provide a framework for assessing the impact of investments.Greenwashing poses a challenge in identifying truly sustainable companies.The future of sustainable investing relies on better data and education.Investors are increasingly interested in the financial performance of sustainable companies.The integration of ESG and SDGs can lead to more impactful investment strategies. Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    36min
  6. Ethical Disruption of the Criminal Justice System - Lawrence Williams III // Partner at The De-carceration Fund

    9 DE SET.

    Ethical Disruption of the Criminal Justice System - Lawrence Williams III // Partner at The De-carceration Fund

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 77 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Lawrence Williams III, Partner at the De-Carceration Fund, on the fund's mission to support startups that address the challenges faced by incarcerated individuals and those reentering society. The U.S. criminal justice system affects over 6.6 million people and costs the nation more than $80 billion per year. The De-Carceration Fund is unique in its mission to support and invest in enterprises that directly address the failings of the U.S. criminal justice system. The fund’s multipronged strategy includes backing companies that work in areas such as: Preventing Entry: Advocating for reforms in gun control, cash bail, foster care, law enforcement, and domestic violence to reduce the number of individuals who enter the criminal justice system.Reducing Suffering: Supporting efforts in juvenile justice, legal costs, prison programming, family support, and sentence reduction to ease the burdens placed on those within the system.Ending the Cycle: Addressing recidivism by promoting reform and rehabilitation that help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society and avoid re-incarceration.The Economics of Incarceration The current system perpetuates a cycle of financial exploitation and human suffering. Private companies make approximately $7 billion from prison operations, with over $3 billion of that coming directly from the families of incarcerated individuals. Each inmate costs an average of $35,000 per year, yet over half of those released return to prison within three years. This broken system not only drains resources but fails to provide meaningful solutions to reduce crime or support rehabilitation. The indirect costs of incarceration, estimated at $260 billion annually, further highlight the deep flaws in the system. These costs ripple through society, affecting families, communities, and the overall economy. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    23min
  7. $239 million Fund Investing in Transformative Climate Startups - Amy Duffuor // General Partner of Azolla Ventures

    26 DE AGO.

    $239 million Fund Investing in Transformative Climate Startups - Amy Duffuor // General Partner of Azolla Ventures

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 76 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Amy Duffuor, General Partner of Azolla Ventures, on combining catalytic capital with traditional venture capital to support climate tech companies. Takeaways Azolla Ventures combines catalytic capital with traditional venture capital to support climate tech companies.Portfolio companies of Azolla Ventures include Lilac Solutions, Noon Energy, and Carbon Reform, which are working on innovative solutions in lithium extraction, long-duration energy storage, and carbon capture.There is a need to integrate equity and justice into climate investments and prioritize underfunded areas like rice cultivation, ocean-related projects, and alternative proteins.About Azolla Ventures Azolla Ventures partners with visionary founders to accelerate transformative climate solutions. Their mission is clear: to invest in breakthroughs that can avert catastrophic climate change and return our world to balance. By focusing on ventures at the earliest stages, where risk and reward are highest, Azolla Ventures prioritizes impact above all, ensuring that each investment holds the potential for large-scale greenhouse gas reductions and a more just climate for all. ---------------------------------------- Thrive in the Impact Economy. Join 20k+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and curated products that drive the Impact Economy. Our mission is to highlight and celebrate the founders, creators, investors, and conscious brands shaping the future of conscious business and philanthropy. To learn more, please visit causeartist.com

    36min
  8. Meet the The Investment Bank for Conservation: Larry Selzer // CEO of the Conservation Fund

    29 DE JUL.

    Meet the The Investment Bank for Conservation: Larry Selzer // CEO of the Conservation Fund

    This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 75 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Larry Selzer, the CEO of The Conservation Fund, on his journey and the organizations path to being the investment bank for Conservation. Larry Selzer, the CEO of the Conservation Fund, discusses his journey in conservation and the mission of the organization. The Conservation Fund is a nonprofit that buys land for conservation and promotes sustainable economic development. They work with public agencies to acquire land and hold it until the agencies are ready to purchase it back. The organization focuses on protecting working forests and farms, which provide clean air, clean water, and jobs for rural communities. Selzer also discusses the importance of carbon markets and the need for regulations to ensure transparency and integrity. Takeaways The Conservation Fund buys land for conservation and promotes sustainable economic development.Working forests and farms are important for clean air, clean water, and jobs in rural communities.Carbon markets and carbon credits play a crucial role in achieving climate solutions.Regulations and standards are needed to ensure transparency and integrity in the carbon offset market.The future of conservation lies in the convergence of the environmental movement and the free enterprise system.Sound Bites "Conservation and economic development is where we like to play.""Land conservation is part of the solution to some of our great challenges.""We need to build and deploy hundreds of thousands of miles of new transmission capacity." About The Conservation FundThe Conservation Fund is an American nonprofit organization founded in 1985, committed to the dual goals of environmental preservation and economic development. With a mission to protect America’s most critical lands and waters, The Conservation Fund has become a leader in advancing sustainable, community-based conservation efforts. Mission and Vision The Conservation Fund aims to create solutions that make environmental and economic sense. By blending the benefits of conservation and development, they strive to address pressing environmental challenges while also supporting community prosperity. The organization’s vision is a future where both natural and human communities thrive together, ensuring that the natural world is conserved for future generations while current communities benefit from sustainable development. Key Initiatives 1. Land Conservation: The Conservation Fund works to protect landscapes critical to the health of America’s natural environment. This includes preserving forests, rivers, and wildlife habitats. They acquire land to protect it from development and work with government agencies and private partners to ensure its long-term stewardship. 2. Working Lands: Recognizing that productive land use and conservation can go hand in hand, The Conservation Fund supports working forests, farms, and ranches. By promoting sustainable practices, they help landowners manage their lands in ways that support both economic livelihoods and environmental health. 3. Community Development: The organization focuses on enhancing community resilience through sustainable development projects. This includes creating parks and green spaces in urban areas, revitalizing historic landmarks, and supporting local economies through eco-friendly tourism and recreation initiatives. 4. Waterways and Coasts: The Conservation Fund is dedicated to protecting America’s rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. They work to preserve water quality and safeguard critical aquatic ecosystems, ensuring that water resources are managed sustainably for both people and wildlife. 5. Climate Solutions: Addressing climate change is a core focus of The Conservation Fund. Th

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Investing in Impact interviews impact investors, General Partners, and VC's from around the world on their individual journeys and to connect impact entrepreneurs with insight into funding, scalability, and insights to inspire more impact companies around the world.

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