Geneva Impact Investing Association

This month, GIIA proudly led our Design Thinking Workshop at the 2024 Building Bridges Conference, shaping the first youth-led impact investment fund! In collaboration with our incredible moderator, Dr. Anthony Giannoumis, and our valued partners — Jan Langlo at the Association of Swiss Private Banks, Association of Swiss Asset and Wealth Management Banks, and Nathan Sussman and Patricia Arnold at the CFD - Centre for Finance and Development — we engaged 50+ participants in developing strategies across 6 investment lifecycle stages. A massive THANK YOU to our participants, moderator, sponsors, and partners, as well as Building Bridges, for fostering such an enriching and impactful experience. Together, we’re building pathways to a sustainable future! #SustainableFinance #ImpactInvesting #BuildingBridges2024 #YouthLeadership #Collaboration #Innovation #Sustainability #BuildingBridges24 #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #YouthLeadership #FinanceForChange #GIIAEvent #CFDPartners #FinanceAndDevelopment #IHEIDInnovation #CollaborateForImpact #IHEID #GraduateInstitute #Geneva

🌟 Meet Our Speakers for Building Bridges 2024! 🌟 We are thrilled to introduce the incredible lineup of thought leaders and experts who will be headlining our workshop 'Intergenerational Collaboration in Impact Investing' on December 10, 2024 at CICG, Geneva. These experts will help guide us in building a Youth-Led Impact Investment Fund from the ground-up. This is your chance to engage with the best in the field! 🗓 Save the Date: Dec 10, 2024 | 15:00-16:30 pm CET 📍 Venue: Room F, CICG, Geneva 🎟  Register now and join us:  https://lnkd.in/gssaHvTd Special thanks to Jan Langlo at the Association of Swiss Private Banks, Dr. Anthony Giannoumis our moderator, and Nathan Sussman and Patricia Arnold at the CFD - Centre for Finance and Development for supporting us with the event. #BuildingBridges24 #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #YouthLeadership #FinanceForChange #GIIAEvent #CFDPartners #FinanceAndDevelopment #IHEIDInnovation #CollaborateForImpact #IHEID #GraduateInstitute #Geneva

🌟 Partnerships that Drive Change 🌍 We’re thrilled to announce the incredible organizations supporting GIIA’s Building Bridges 2024 event: Intergenerational Collaboration in Impact Investing! This groundbreaking workshop—designed to launch the first-ever Youth-Led Impact Investment Fund—is made possible by partners who are committed to shaping the future of sustainable finance: 🤝 Association of Swiss Private Banks 🤝 Association of Swiss Asset and Wealth Management Banks 🤝 CFD - Centre for Finance and Development Together, we’re breaking barriers, fostering intergenerational dialogue, and building bridges to a more sustainable, inclusive future. 🌱💡 #BuildingBridges24 #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #YouthLeadership #FinanceForChange #GIIAEvent #CFDPartners #FinanceAndDevelopment #IHEIDInnovation #CollaborateForImpact #IHEID #GraduateInstitute #Geneva

Unlocking Social Impact: Impact Investment in Sports for Development ⚽🌟 What if sports could become a catalyst for global change? 🌍 Imagine leveraging the power of sports to address pressing societal challenges, transform communities, and create lasting social impact. Sports for Development (S4D) is achieving precisely that, demonstrating how investing in sports can drive meaningful advancements in education, health, social cohesion, and more. On 06 December 2024, join us for an insightful talk with Liam Mc Groarty, Strategic Development Manager at UEFA and a leading authority in impact financing for sports. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Liam will explore innovative funding models that are unlocking the transformative potential of sports to tackle societal challenges and contribute to the realization of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This session offers a unique opportunity to learn how impact investing in sports is shaping the future and how you can integrate these insights into your own career, studies, or projects. Whether you are interested in sustainable finance, development, or the broader social impact of sports, this talk promises to deliver valuable knowledge and inspiration. 🗓 Date: 06 December 2024 🕒 Time: 12:30 PM 📍 Place: Auditorium 2 🎟 Register now by scanning the QR code or via the link: https://lnkd.in/dv7uRATw Join us to explore how sports can serve as a powerful tool for global change. We look forward to seeing you there! #ImpactInvesting #SportsForDevelopment #SustainableFinance #SDGs #SocialImpact #UEFA #GlobalChange

👩🎓 GIIA at Building Bridges: Connecting Ideas, Creating Impact We’re just 3 weeks away from the highly anticipated Building Bridges Conference 2024! Join us to hear inspiring insights from industry leaders and past conference executives who have helped shape the conversation around impact and innovation. Students: Don’t miss your chance – registration is free until November 25. Simply register online and show your student ID at the entrance.  Date: 10 December, 2024  Time: 15:00 – 16:30  Location: Centre International des Conférences de Genève (CICG) Let’s work together to connect ideas and create impact for a sustainable future. Register here - https://lnkd.in/eWvRKjwJ Luz Stecca Emma Alice Jones Sophie Moens #GIIA #BuildingBridges #ImpactInvesting #BuildingBridges2024 #Sustainability #Innovation #Geneva

🌟GIIA is thrilled to be a part of the 2024 Building Bridges Conference!🌟 🗓️ On 10 December we will host an event titled Intergenerational Collaboration in Impact Investing. This session will bring together students, asset managers, investors, and finance professionals for an interactive design-thinking workshop focused on building a Youth-Led Impact Investment Fund from scratch. We are honoured to collaborate with our esteemed moderator, Dr. Anthony Giannoumis, along with our partners: Association of Swiss Private Banks, CFD - Centre for Finance and Development, and the Association Of Swiss Asset And Wealth Management Banks. 🔗 To learn more about our speakers and event details, search for Intergenerational Collaboration in Impact Investing at https://lnkd.in/e2QcNVC4 🎓 Students can register for free until November 25, 2024. Don't miss this unique opportunity! #BuildingBridges24 #BuildingBridges #SustainableFinance #Finance #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #GIIA #CFD #FinanceAndDevelopment #IHEID #Innovation

CFD x GIIA Apéro Start the new semester with engaging discussions on Impact Investing and Sustainable Finance, hosted in collaboration with the CFD - Centre for Finance and Development 🌿✨ We invite you to join us on October 15 for a day dedicated to Impact Investing and Sustainable Finance. The event will feature presentations on our upcoming joint initiatives, followed by a relaxed apéro where you can network with like-minded individuals. 🥂 📅 Save the Date: October 15 12:30 - 13:30: GIIA x CFD Presentations (Room S12) 13:30 - 14:00: Apéro (The Fab, Maison de la Paix) Let’s come together to explore new ideas, foster collaboration, and build a stronger community. We look forward to seeing you there! 📎 CFD x GIIA Apéro Registration: https://lnkd.in/gawV2pA7

🎉Congratulations to the GIIA Class of 2024 on their master's graduation from the Geneva Graduate Institute! 👩🎓The Graduation Ceremony was beautiful and touched upon the responsibility and resources that our graduating members carry to continue creating impacts in the field of Sustainable Development. 💡Throughout their mandates as Co-Presidents and Directors of Finance and Business Development, Podcast and Review, Events and Welfare, and Career Development, our members carried GIIA's legacy to advance the Impact Investing agenda at the academic and practitioner levels, equipping students with the tools needed to build successful careers in the field. For the final step of their master's journey, they wrote brilliant theses: - Situating Rotary International as a Development Agent in Uganda: Philanthropy, Partnerships, and Gender Narratives (by Emma Alice Jones) - My Debt is Your Debt: Exploring Kommuninvest through Sweden’s Politica and Legal Framework of Local Autonomy (by Jack Ralston) - The Impact of Export Tax Rebate Rate Adjustment on the CO2 Emissions in China, Using Data from 2003 to 2011 (by Jiaying Meng) - Purpose and Power: The Emerging Impact Investing Ecosystem in Senegal (by Sophie Moens) - Legacies of Matriliny in Kerala: Understanding Persistence (by Nameetta Nierakkal) - Impermanence in the Digital Economy: Unpacking the Digital Dark Age and International Regulation (by Renee Russo) - Why Communications Matter: A Discussion on the Fundraising Marketing Gaps in the Impact Investing Industry (by Luz Stecca) #Graduation #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #Development #Masters #Geneva

The Geneva Impact Investing Association is now recruiting new members! If you are passionate about impact investing and other fields in Sustainable Finance, be sure to fill in the application form. Learn more about GIIA: Website: https://lnkd.in/efsY8edz Instagram: https://lnkd.in/e59h3vxC Apply to become a member: https://lnkd.in/eX3AbaRy #IHEID #GraduateInstitute #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #YouthEngagement

🌟 GIIA Welcome Event – September 23rd 🌟 Are you interested in impact investing and eager to connect with others who share your passion? Join the Geneva Impact Investing Association (GIIA) for an informative and inspiring event where you’ll meet our team and learn how you can get involved. 📅 Date: September 23rd 🕒 Time: 1:00 PM 📍 Location: S11 (4th floor, Petal 2, next to the FAB) 🎤 Event Highlights: - Introduction to GIIA and its mission - Application process for upcoming events - Networking opportunities with like-minded individuals "Invest in Change, Make an Impact!" 🌍 🌱 DM us if you have any further questions. Looking forward to seeing you there! #GIIA #ImpactInvesting #ProfessionalGrowth #Networking #InvestInChange