August 30, 2022
Key Takeaways from 2021
1. Investing at the Intersection of Impact and Alpha: GEM's integrated impact investment team—with dedicated professionals who are accountable for impact outcomes and investment returns—supports our commitment to investing at the intersection of high impact and alpha generation.
2. Going Beyond ESG: Amid growing backlash to "ESG" investing, our conviction is stronger than ever that we must invest for impact outcomes that go beyond ESG, focusing on outcomes experienced by stakeholders.
3. Seeking Diversity, Equity and Climate Change Solutions: In 2021, we observed three issues that play a role in every investment we make: diversity, equity, and climate change." -> "3. Seeking Diversity, Equity and Climate Change Solutions: In 2021, we observed three issues that play a role in every investment we make—diversity, equity, and climate change.
Sourcing and manager selection typically get top billing in conversations around private investments, but one underappreciated aspect of a successful private allocation—explored in our recent whitepaper—is the art of pacing commitments to ensure appropriate portfolio allocation.
Kate Simpson and Jay Ripley spoke with James Comtois at Institutional Investor about Kate’s decision to join GEM, the evolution of the venture market, and how the firm is navigating current challenges and opportunities to meet the growing demand for access.
The firm announced that Kate Simpson has joined GEM as Managing Director on the Investment team. With more than 20 years of experience, she will help guide the firm’s venture capital strategy and further strengthen its investment platform.
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