Jeff Gitterman is
joined by Martin Diaz Plata, Head of Private Equity Investments at
BlueOrchard Finance Ltd, to have a conversation on the reasons why Martin
opted for a career in impact investing. They also discuss the crucial
role played by insurance in the climate change fight and how BlueOrchard
has impacted over 70 million people globally. In addition, they discuss
how embedded & parametric insurance are evolving and the challenges
of raising funds for impact investing.
Adam Rein, CEO and Co-Founder of CapShift, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss how CapShift empowers financial and philanthropic institutions, and amplifies impact investing. They also analyze the power of charitable assets in impact investing.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Josh Hatch, Principal & Partner at Brightworks Sustainability, to discuss how they are assisting clients in establishing & implementing sustainability programs. They also discuss the growth of the digital economy and how it can be sustainable. In addition, they discuss the intersection of ESG & AI in tackling climate change, Brightworks' future investment plans, and the main drivers of the sustainability conversation.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Christopher Barnard, President of the American Conservation Coalition to talk about the importance of a bipartisan approach to climate change. They also discuss conservative solutions to climate change, how climate change is a liability for Republicans, and how the American Conservation Coalition is involving young people in climate activism.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Rebecca Palmer, the Director of Sustainable Finance at ICE Data Services, to discuss impact bonds and what is happening in the sector. They also analyze the trends witnessed in the bond and equity markets. In addition, they discuss the surge in bond sales in the Middle East and future trends in the bond market.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Maria Lettini, CEO of the US Sustainable Investment Forum, to discuss advancing sustainable investing in the U.S. They also discuss the organization's core mandate and educating policymakers on sustainable investing. In addition, they talk about anti-ESG rhetoric as the U.S. heads into the 2024 general election and how US SIF is working with financial advisors to get more education on sustainability.
Jeremy Keele, Managing Partner & co-founder at Catalyst Opportunity Funds, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss impact investing in the real estate industry. They also discuss naturally occurring and the shortage of affordable housing, and how to solve homelessness in the U.S. In addition, they discuss the need for new policies to incentivize the development of affordable units, the effect of high-interest rates on affordable housing, and how Catalyst Opportunity Funds encourage diversity, equality, and inclusivity.
Dr. Matthew Levy, the founder and General Partner at AE Blue Capital, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss the formation of AE Blue Capital, which strives to invest in founders unleashing the earth's energy and bringing sustainability in finance. In addition, they discuss scientists achieving a nuclear fusion breakthrough, nuclear fusion commercialization, and the future of new technologies.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Beth Bafford, Vice President of Syndications and Strategy at Calvert Impact, to discuss impact investing & democratizing access to impact investing for investors. They also discuss confirming funds are impacting communities socially & environmentally around the globe. In addition, they have a chat on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, investments by Calvert Impact, and the difference between philanthropy & impact investing.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by John Rosser, President of the Sustainatopia Conference Series, to discuss Accelerate 2050, an event that focuses on accelerating the adoption of climate, ESG, and impact solutions. They discuss carbon market initiatives, biodiversity loss, and getting the right speakers to the conference that can attract large audiences.
Jeff Gitterman is joined by Wendy Nystrom, the host of the Environmental Social Justice webcast and Chief Climate Risk & Communications Officer at Navigating Grey, to discuss climate change and the insurance industry. Wendy explains why she started the webcast, the crucial role of climate forecasting, the impact of climate change on social justice, and mitigating climate change & encouraging action.
Priya Parrish, Partner & Chief Investment Officer at Impact Engine, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss how her company is investing and the uniqueness of their approach in the growing impact investing ecosystem. They also discuss Impact Engine’s clients and why they chose the company. In addition, they talk about the advantages of investing in funds & companies and balancing risk & opportunity in a tough macro environment.