Georges Dyer sits down with John Simon, Founding & Managing Partner of Total Impact Capital, to explore the evolving landscape of impact investing and the strategies needed to align financial success with social and environmental responsibility.

They dive into the role of Total Impact Capital in financing high-impact opportunities in emerging markets, the introduction of Total Impact Notes as a new investment avenue, and the importance of sustainable revenue models. The discussion also highlights the significance of community involvement, how to engage diverse investor types, and key advice for aspiring impact investors.

Keywords

impact investing, sustainable finance, Total Impact Capital, systemic risks, community engagement, investor types, revenue models, social value, development finance, future of finance

In this conversation, Georges Dyer and Pedro Henriques da Silva discuss the importance of sustainable investing and the role of the Sierra Club Foundation in shifting investments towards a regenerative economy. They explore the Shifting Trillions Initiative, the Endowment Impact Benchmark, and the significance of aligning investments with positive social and environmental impact. Pedro discusses his career path and previous work with Global Endowment Management (GEM), and his current work with the Sierra Club Foundation. The discussion emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to investing that considers long-term impacts on communities and ecosystems, as well as practical advice for aspiring investors in the sustainable finance space.

Keywords

sustainable investing, climate justice, impact investing, Sierra Club Foundation, Shifting Trillions Initiative, endowment impact benchmark, fiduciary responsibility, community investment, renewable energy, social capital