Best Acumen Exchange Podcasts (2024)

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IMPACT = Podcast with Jane Goodland, Group Head of Sustainability at the London Stock Exchange Group 25:44

1d ago25:44

25:44

In this episode of the IMPACT= Podcast, we talk to Jane Goodland, Group Head of Sustainability at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) - a cornerstone of global finance, providing a platform for businesses and economies to access capital, manage risk, and create jobs. In this role, Jane leads a team who work in partnership with a wide range of st…

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IMPACT = Podcast How the climate crisis is affecting businesses in emerging economies 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

The climate emergency is having a devastating impact on emerging economies. Without decisive action, this will only become more severe as global temperatures rise and as countries transition toward net zero. Emerging economies are among the nations most exposed to and the least prepared for the effects of climate change. This is particularly the ca…

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IMPACT= Podcast with Vineet Rai, Founder and Chairman of the Aavishkaar Group 35:06

3M ago35:06

35:06

In this episode of the IMPACT= podcast, we talk to Vineet Rai, Founder and Chairman of the Aavishkaar Group – an impact investment platform that “exists to bridge the opportunity gap for the emerging three billion”. Founded in 2001 by Vineet, the group comprises of Aavishkaar Capital – the groundbreaking impact investment fund manager, Arohan – a m…

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IMPACT = Podcast with Jessica Espinoza of 2X Global 25:50

3M ago25:50

25:50

In this episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Jessica Espinoza, Chief Executive Officer of 2X Global – the leading organisation championing the growth of gender lens investment. 2X Global works together with the full spectrum of investors, capital providers, mobilisers, and influencers, with the aim to transform international finance systems …

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IMPACT = Podcast with Kieron Boyle of the Impact Investing Institute 26:55

4M ago26:55

26:55

In this episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Kieron Boyle, Chief Executive of the Impact Investing Institute - an independent, non-profit organisation with a vision of transforming capital markets for a sustainable future, where impact investing is an effective tool for deploying capital. Kieron joined the Institute following seven years as …

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IMPACT = Podcast with Sapna Shah of Novastar Ventures 25:35

5M ago25:35

25:35

In this episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Sapna Shah, a partner at Novastar Ventures, one of the first and largest VC firms in Africa that focuses on entrepreneurs building transformative businesses in Africa. Originally from Kenya, Sapna started her career in London in international banking, initially at Lloyds TSB and later at HSBC, wor…

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IMPACT = Podcast with Jacqueline Novogratz of Acumen 38:39

7M ago38:39

38:39

In our next episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Jacqueline Novogratz, impact investment pioneer and Founder and CEO of Acumen. Jacqueline shares her inspiring journey of creating Acumen in 2001, with a vision of changing the way the world tackles poverty by providing patient capital to support businesses and entrepreneurs. She also talks ab…

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IMPACT= Podcast with Nick O'Donohoe, CEO of British International Investment 37:23

8M ago37:23

37:23

In this IMPACT = podcast episode, we talk to our Chief Executive Officer, Nick O'Donohoe. Nick joined BII as its Chief Executive in June 2017 and is also a member of the Board. Prior to joining BII, he co-founded Big Society Capital with impact investing pioneer Sir Ronald Cohen. Nick served as its Chief Executive Officer from 2011 to December 2015…

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IMPACT= Podcast with Faheen Allibhoy of J.P. Morgan Development Finance Institution 21:24

9M ago21:24

21:24

In our next episode, we talk to Faheen Allibhoy, Managing Director of the J.P. Morgan Development Finance Institution. The J.P. Morgan Development Finance Institution (JPM DFI) was launched in January 2020 to spur investment supporting economic development in emerging markets. The JPM DFI aims to increase the origination and distribution of assets …

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IMPACT = Podcast with Dr Frank Aswani, CEO of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance 33:39

11M ago33:39

33:39

In our next episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we speak to Dr Frank Aswani, Chief Executive Officer of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA). AVPA is a pan-African network of investors who are collaborating to increase the flow of capital into social investments across the continent, ensuring it is deployed for maximum social Impact. Frank…

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IMPACT = Podcast with Amit Bouri, CEO of the Global Impact Investing Network 33:23

12M ago33:23

33:23

In our next episode of the IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Amit Bouri, Chief Executive Officer of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) Amit Bouri co-founded of the GIIN in 2009 and today it is the largest global community of impact investors dedicated to increasing the scale and effectiveness of impact investing. Today, Amit dedicates his work t…

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IMPACT = Podcast with Andy Kuper, CEO of LeapFrog Investments 36:13

1y ago36:13

36:13

IMPACT = has been founded as a platform to share impact expertise – through an open dialogue with leaders in the industry and a collaborative exchange of ideas, lessons and examples. In our first IMPACT = podcast, we talk to Andy Kuper, Chief Executive Officer of LeapFrog Investments. Andy Kuper is a world-renowned responsible investment leader, wh…

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The African Climate Conversation: The vital role women can play in climate action 42:43

1+ y ago42:43

42:43

Research shows that women and girls are disproportionately affected by climate change and in diverse ways - from peace and security, to education, health and livelihood. It is therefore critical that women are included in the decision-making process to ensure that climate action is effective and equitable for all. Listen as Evelyne Batamuliza (Gend…

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The African Climate Conversation: Financing resilient and adaptable African infrastructure 17:26

1+ y ago17:26

17:26

This podcast is part of The African Climate Conversation, a platform which brings together leading African voices on the climate emergency – to discuss, evaluate and debate the greatest challenge facing the continent. In this episode, Tshepidi Moremong, Chief Operating Officer of Africa50 speaks to BII’s Head of UK media, Andrew Murray-Watson about…

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Understanding Impact: How is climate change affecting businesses in Africa and Asia? 9:30

1+ y ago9:30

9:30

The climate emergency is having a significant impact on communities all around the world, especially those living in Africa and Asia. A recent report from the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) said that 40 per cent of the world’s population is now ‘highly vulnerable’ and predicts that future climate risks are even more severe th…

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The African Climate Conversation: James Mwangi on the opportunity for Africa to lead the Green Revolution 22:45

1+ y ago22:45

22:45

In the run-up to COP27, there is an expectation that there will be a renewed call for Africa to be able to exploit its abundant gas reserves. On this podcast, BII’s Andrew Murray-Watson talks to James Mwangi, founder of Climate Action Platform for Africa and Executive Director of the Dalberg Group, about Africa’s energy challenges and opportunities…

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The African Climate Conversation: Increasing Africa’s share of global supply chains 18:12

1+ y ago18:12

18:12

This podcast is part of The African Climate Conversation, a platform which brings together leading African voices on the climate emergency – to discuss, evaluate and debate the greatest challenge facing the continent. In this podcast, H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area joins BII’s Andrew Murray-Watson to …

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The African Climate Conversation: The youth perspective on climate in Africa 21:58

1+ y ago21:58

21:58

This podcast is part of The African Climate Conversation, a platform which brings together leading African voices on the climate emergency – to discuss, evaluate and debate the greatest challenge facing the continent. In this podcast, James Mwangi, founder of Climate Action Platform for Africa and Executive Director of the Dalberg Group, and Ineza …

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How the circular economy can tackle the climate crisis in emerging markets 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

Our production and consumption of goods is one of the biggest contributors to the climate crisis. It generates nearly half of all greenhouse gas emissions. We’re using 60 per cent more resources than the planet can provide. And 90 per cent of biodiversity loss is due to the extraction and processing of natural resources. However, there is an opport…

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Why invest in adaptation and resilience? 15:46

1+ y ago15:46

15:46

Adaptation and resilience-building solutions are needed urgently around the world. In fact, recent studies suggest that they are needed even more quickly than previously thought. However, despite the clear need for companies developing such solutions, there is a lack of capital available for businesses. In this episode, dig deeper into the need for…

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ESG Podcast: Addressing gender-based violence and harassment 23:56

2y ago23:56

23:56

Gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) is a widespread and serious global issue that affects people in the workplace, their communities and homes. While gender-based violence and harassment can affect anyone, it disproportionately affects women and girls: an estimated one in three women worldwide has experienced some form of physical or sexual…

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Insight Podcast: Gambling on development: investing in fragile states 19:14

2y ago19:14

19:14

Over the last thirty years, in many developing economies, poverty has fallen, people live longer and healthier lives, and economies have been transformed. But this is not the case across the board. In his new book, “Gambling on Development: Why some countries win and others lose”, former Chief Economist at the Department for International Developme…

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Understanding Impact: The economics of development finance 18:48

2y ago18:48

18:48

In today's episode, we're exploring the fundamentals of the economics of development finance. Our conversation discusses three key areas: - What is development and why does it need private investment? - Why does private investment need development finance institutions (DFIs)? - Where can DFIs have the most impact? Leading the discussion is British …

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Insight Podcast: Accelerating digital transformation for sustainable economic development 21:27

2y ago21:27

21:27

The rapid growth of the digital economy is the defining narrative of the last fifty years. Spurred by an era of remarkable innovation, digital technology has transformed societies and now contributes an estimated 16 per cent to the global economy annually. However much of the world remains poorly served, with an estimated 3.5 billion people still w…

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Insight Podcast: Why we need to equalise access to finance 23:35

2y ago23:35

23:35

Within the field of impact investing, the growth of gender lens investment has been one the success stories of the last decade. And increasing evidence shows that investment policies that focus on gender equality have a transformative impact, especially in developing economies. We know that gender lens investing results in women from marginalised c…

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ESG Podcast: How businesses and investors can better manage water risks 17:27

2+ y ago17:27

17:27

Global water use has doubled in the last 40 years. This increase in demand for water, alongside the effects of climate change, mean businesses need to take action to manage their water use. With water risks growing, it is estimated that the costs to businesses of doing nothing are almost five times higher than actively addressing the issue. Last ye…

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Insight Podcast: The future of impact led investing in Africa 20:51

2+ y ago20:51

20:51

Impact led social investment in Africa has experienced steady growth over the last decade, spurred by the need for a sustainable private sector which supports the economic and social demands of a growing young and rapidly urbanising population. From building vital infrastructure, to creating future-proof employment, and supporting the growth of new…

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Understanding Impact: How a financial institution responded to the pandemic 13:24

2+ y ago13:24

13:24

When the scale of the pandemic became known in March 2020, financial institutions needed to respond quickly to support the individuals and businesses that use their services. This was especially true for Advans Group, a microfinance institution that lends to entrepreneurs and small businesses in developing countries around the world. As many of Adv…

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Productive, Sustainable and Inclusive Investment 18:34

2+ y ago18:34

18:34

In 2017, we launched a five-year strategy, which aimed to tackle the key development challenges facing countries in Africa and South Asia. A lot has changed since then - the pandemic has pushed hundreds of millions into extreme poverty, climate change has become the climate emergency, and there is greater understanding of the systemic injustices th…

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Understanding Impact: Why are women disproportionately affected by climate change? 9:25

2+ y ago9:25

9:25

Women are more vulnerable to the effects of climate change than men and, at the same time, can be critical agents of adaptation and resilience responses. In this podcast episode, we look at the reasons why women are disproportionately affected by climate change, and how investors can benefit from considering both gender and climate factors in their…

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Insight Podcast: COP26 – What do emerging economies need and how can we deliver it? 14:26

2+ y ago14:26

14:26

It is now beyond debate that emerging economies will shoulder the burden of the climate crisis. It is estimated that out of the $90 trillion needed for the infrastructure to meet the 2030 emission goals, two thirds should go to emerging economies. And in the recent Global Climate Risk Index, eight out of the ten countries most affected by the quant…

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Understanding Impact: How is climate change affecting businesses in emerging economies? 18:20

2+ y ago18:20

18:20

In this episode, we explore the impact climate change is having on businesses in emerging economies. We look at how it's affecting firms today, how it might affect their future plans and what international investors can do to support a just transition to net zero emissions and resilient economies. We hear from founders, CEOs and senior managers wor…

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Insight Podcast: Enabling impact led investments in emerging markets 24:36

2+ y ago24:36

24:36

A thriving private sector is the foundation of a healthy economy – creating employment, delivering vital goods and services, and providing valuable tax income. Which is why investment in emerging markets is critical to advancing development. However, these markets are complex and need different types of financial interventions to enable economic gr…

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Insight Podcast: How can technology support growth in Africa? 16:08

3y ago16:08

16:08

In this episode, we look back over our recent Insight events and ask what impact technology will have on economic growth on the African continent, and what challenges and opportunities it brings with it. We have a stellar line up of guests with expertise in investment, business and academia - you'll hear from: Efosa Ojomo, Leader of the Global Pros…

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Insight Podcast: What might we expect from COP26? 11:42

3y ago11:42

11:42

We are on a summer break from hosting our regular events, so we thought we’d share some of our highlights from the last year of Insight. In this episode we’re focusing on the issue of climate change and in particular what our guests are thinking in the run up to COP26, which is taking place in November. COP – which stands for Conference of the Part…

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Understanding Impact: How are tech companies in India responding to the pandemic? 14:32

3y ago14:32

14:32

India's has been one of the countries worst affected by the pandemic, particularly when it comes to case numbers. Clearly this has had a significant impact on businesses and their employees too. In a large country, where workers can be regularly on the move or difficult to reach, it makes it hard for companies to communicate with people and provide…

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Insight Podcast: Shaping Africa's Growth 23:00

3y ago23:00

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Africa’s population is the youngest on earth and the fastest growing. Research recently published by the Lancet predicts that in the year 2100, five of the 10 most populous countries on earth will be in Africa. These demographic trajectories will have a dramatic impact on the global economy and who shapes it. This is clearly an opportunity for the …

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Insight Podcast: Harnessing climate finance for sustainable development 24:08

3y ago24:08

24:08

The climate crisis is one of the biggest challenges facing humanity, with the threat to the most vulnerable and exposed populations in developing economies especially acute. Given the scale of the challenge, climate finance for private sector development is critical to helping these countries, not only mitigate the worst effects of climate change, …

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ESG Podcast: How businesses can benefit from better electronic waste management 18:03

3y ago18:03

18:03

This is an episode from our ESG Podcast series. In this one, we explore how businesses can benefit from supporting the circular economy and improving their management of electronic waste. The episode is hosted by Dr Veronica di Bella from our ESG team, who speaks with two representatives of off-grid solar company, M-kopa: Daniel Stoker, Head of Ret…

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Insight Podcast: Economic trends transforming African investment and development 23:00

3y ago23:00

23:00

The African continent has borne the brunt of some of the worst impacts of the pandemic, halting decades of growth, affecting millions of livelihoods and pushing much of sub Saharan Africa into a recession for the first time in over 25 years. Despite the challenges, the prospect for economies across Africa remain strong, with its young population, t…

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Understanding Impact: What are DFIs doing in fragile and conflict-affected situations? 17:22

3y ago17:22

17:22

Global poverty is increasingly concentrated in fragile and conflict-affected settings. A vibrant private sector that creates jobs and opportunities is essential in these environments, to help alleviate poverty, inequality and instability. These regions struggle to attract commercial investment because opportunities are typically overshadowed by hig…

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Insight Podcast: Reimagining global governance and development in the post pandemic era 24:32

3y ago24:32

24:32

COVID-19 has unleashed a devastating crisis which has tested the resilience of existing global governance structures and exposed massive societal imbalances. Developing countries have borne the brunt of the economic consequences of the crisis, with an estimated 100 million people pushed into extreme poverty. As the slow recovery begins, we need to …

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Understanding Impact: The economic impact of Covid-19 on women 25:31

3y ago25:31

25:31

Our Understanding Impact podcast series explores some of the biggest challenges facing developing economies and how impact investment can help overcome them. In this episode, we look at the disproportionate economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on women, and how investors, businesses and financial institutions are responding to it. We hear fr…

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Insight Podcast: Harnessing impact investing for sustainable economic development 25:04

3+ y ago25:04

25:04

Until now impact investing has seen steady market growth driven by international coalitions and the interests of a handful of global financial giants. That is no longer enough. In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, which has only worsened global economic and social challenges, impact investing must play a critical role in the recovery if it is to …

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Insight Podcast: How can we tackle the climate crisis in a just and inclusive way? 20:34

3+ y ago20:34

20:34

As the urgency of the climate crisis intensifies, the most vulnerable populations in developing economies are the most exposed. This includes women, who are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change. How can we tackle the biggest challenge in our lifetimes without addressing these inequalities? Join us for a conversation with ren…

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Insight Podcast: The power of market creating innovations 25:27

3+ y ago25:27

25:27

Prosperity and sustainable, inclusive growth are the ultimate goals for developing economies. However, despite the global community spending billions each year on economic development programmes, poverty and a lack of opportunity within these countries persists. But what if there is a way in which we can support these economies to evolve from pover…

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Insight Podcast: Driving social change in India 25:36

3+ y ago25:36

25:36

Over the next two years an estimated 500 million low to middle-income people in India are expected to come online for the first time via smart phones. This provides an opportunity to transform these lives through the provision of vital services – including financial services, education, mobility, and healthcare. Join us as CDC's Colin Buckley speak…

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Insight Podcast: Could COVID-19 shift the world’s economy towards exponential change? 20:13

3+ y ago20:13

20:13

In this CDC Insight Podcast we hear environmentalist, author, and serial entrepreneur John Elkington in conversation with CDC’s CEO Nick O’Donohoe. They are joined by CDC’s Climate Change Director Amal-Lee Amin to discuss how we move forward in a way that creates a more balanced and sustainable global economy?…

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Insight Podcast: Building the recovery and the role of impact investing 13:56

3+ y ago13:56

13:56

In this CDC Insight podcast, we share a conversation with Amit Bouri, CEO and Co-Founder of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), in which he joins CDC’s Head of External Affairs, Colin Buckley, and Yasemin Saltuk Lamy, Deputy CIO for Catalyst Strategies, to discuss the growth of the $715 billion impact investing market. They also look at how…

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CDC Podcast: Financing the SDGs 9:22

4+ y ago9:22

9:22

The start of 2020 marks ten years until the deadline to fulfil the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Despite the growth of the impact investment market, the annual funding gap for reaching the goals is estimated to be $2-4 trillion. In our final podcast of 2019 we speak to leaders from across the impact investment community to ask what can…

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