Speaker series to dispel myths of impact investing

Finally there is an asset class where philanthropy and desire for capital gains can cohabit without qualms or a clash. Known as impact investing, it is a growing phenomenon which requires the management of social and environmental performance alongside financial risks and returns.

A participatory speaker series known as Eye4Impact kick starts March 29 in Montreal and aims to provide a fresh insight into the rapidly growing phenomenon of impact investing.

The series, organized by TBC Capital Inc., a Montreal-based financial services firm, is designed as a community initiative to explore the emerging asset class of impact investments and social entrepreneurship.

This is an exciting time to be involved with impact investing, says Geoffrey Moore, co-founder and CEO of TBC Capital Inc.

“Many still assume that any strategy with the word ‘social’ in it is not a good investment,” says Moore. “This lack of awareness is largely responsible for keeping impact investing on a parallel track, separated from the mainstream investment management industry. Developing greater awareness of the opportunities across the industry is key.”

The inaugural edition of the speaker series will feature Russell Read, chair and managing partner of C Change Investments and former CIO of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

The Eye4Impact is meant to serve as a call to action and explore the emerging asset class of impact investments and social entrepreneurship.

Find out more about Eye4Impact.

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