S13E16: Turning a Private Equity fund into an impact investment firm, with Kevin Chin (CEO, Arowana)

The Impact Multiplier CEO

We're continuing our season on "business as a force for good", Richard speaks with Kevin Chin, CEO of Arowana. After 10 years as a finance-first Private Equity business, Kevin transformed it into one of the world's highest-ranking B Corps and impact investment groups in less than 5 years.

Prior to Arowana, Kevin took over and saved a software company with 6 weeks of cash left and transitioned it to a global leader within 4 years, culminating in it being acquired by Oracle.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What the biggest learning in transitioning to a B-Corp was
• Where the biggest resistance came from
• How Arowana is planning to multiply its impact across future generations.
• The specific strategy Kevin uses to remain mentally agile, despite his experience and success.

Resources/sources mentioned:

• Arowana (Arowanaco.com)
• Hyper-turnaround book (https://www.amazon.com/HyperTurnaround-Transforming-Company-Collapse-Global-ebook/dp/B07MDPR7CN/)
• The Impact Multiplier CEO Podcast (https://xquadrant.com/podcast/)
• Join Rivendell, the exclusive group of top CEOs dedicated to transforming themselves, their businesses, and the world. Visit https://xquadrant.com/services/ceo-mastermind/ to learn more and take your leadership to the next level.
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• For full show notes, head to https://xquadrant.com/kevin-chin
  Timestamps:
  0:00 Intro
  06:17 Measurement tools used in B Corps for accountability
  13:30 How to make an Impact with your growth and overcome resistance from corporations
  17:11 Targeting emerging markets for positive change
  20:34 Finding fulfillment in building sustainable electric vehicles.