Scaling Impact Investing to Address Society's Greatest Challenges with Amit Bouri, CEO of GIIN (Part Two)
May 28, 2024 ·
25m 55s
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In the second part of this insightful discussion, Frank and Amit Bouri, CEO of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), explore key challenges and opportunities facing the impact investing field...
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In the second part of this insightful discussion, Frank and Amit Bouri, CEO of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), explore key challenges and opportunities facing the impact investing field as it continues to gain mainstream momentum. They discuss the vital roles of governments and foundations in de-risking new business models and investment opportunities in underserved communities. Amit provides powerful examples of innovative companies bringing affordable clean energy, food security, and economic empowerment to families through novel financing approaches. The conversation dives into the importance of rigorous impact measurement to track real-world outcomes beyond just outputs. Amit shares the GIIN's IRIS+ system and works to promote systemic investing strategies. He emphasizes the need for a long-term, dynamic perspective to enhance resilience in complex systems like food and agriculture. Addressing doubts around fiduciary duty, Amit makes a compelling case that impact investing aligns with investors' obligations by supporting a stable, sustainable economy and planet—essential for delivering solid long-term returns. As impact investing evolves from niche to mainstream, this candid dialogue outlines steps to overcome roadblocks and fulfill its transformative potential to fundamentally reshape capitalism into a more inclusive, just, and regenerative economic system.
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