November 2023 – Deep Impact Investing

Beyond Profits: Investing for a Sustainable Tomorrow (Ep. 102)

By deepimpactinvesting | November 29, 2023

Is your investment portfolio merely a financial plan, or it’s just a catalyst for worldwide change?

Wondering how your investments can help save the planet?

Join Kimberly Griego-Kiel and Johann Klaassen in a groundbreaking episode where they unravel the mysteries of a circular economy and regenerative capital.

This pivotal discussion challenges traditional investment norms, introducing a new age of sustainable impact investing that aligns deeply with personal values and plays an active role in global environmental and societal rejuvenation.

Key discussion points include:

How a circular economy ties into everyday activities like recycling and reusing
Ways investments in regenerative capital can foster environmental and societal healing
The crucial role of regenerative agriculture in shaping sustainable agriculture and influencing future investment trends
Some challenges of transitioning to a green economy, with a special focus on crucial materials like copper for sustainable technologies
The ethical and cultural evolution in resource management and investment (crucial for crafting a sustainable future)
And more!

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The Secret Sauce of Shareholder Engagement with Jonas Kron (Ep. 101)

By deepimpactinvesting | November 17, 2023

Are corporations genuinely keeping their promises?

In this revealing episode, Kimberly Griego-Kiel sits down with Jonas Kron, Chief Advocacy Officer at Trillium Asset Management, to unravel labor rights intricacies, shareholder proposal complexities, and how global companies are held accountable.

Jonas, acclaimed by Fast Company for championing worker rights, explores the depths of Trillium’s advocacy, tracing its roots and confronting the challenges to make corporations accountable.

Throughout this interview, Kimberly and Jonas discuss:

How Trillium’s dedication to advocacy stood for LGBTQ rights way ahead of the curve
How shareholder resolutions truly work
Why companies aren’t spending their money where they say they are
How silenced voices are now echoing in boardrooms
What you don’t know about unionized battles and unsung worker challenges
And much more!

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About Our Guest:

Jonas Kron, Senior Vice President and Director of Shareholder Advocacy, Trillium Asset Management

Jonas Kron is a senior vice president and Trillium’s Director of Shareholder Advocacy. With over fifteen years of experience in shareholder advocacy, Jonas is responsible for leading and coordinating Trillium’s extensive advocacy program, which works to engage companies on their environmental and social performance. His advocacy work includes direct communications with company leadership, investor education and awareness, shareholder proposals, and public policy advocacy at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Jonas is a member of the US SIF’s Policy Committee. As a recognized legal expert in the field and a leader in shareholder advocacy, Jonas regularly represents Trillium in the media, at public events, and with clients. Jonas holds a J.D. and master’s degree from Vermont Law School.

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The Economic Principles of a Circular Economy (Ep. 100)

By deepimpactinvesting | November 1, 2023

Did you ever imagine that your money could be the hero Earth needs?

Your dollar does more than you think.

From standout conversations to game-changing summits, discover what’s shaping the sustainable future in this informative TED Talk-style (milestone) episode! 🎉

In this celebratory 100th episode of the Deep Impact Investing Podcast, host Kimberly Griego-Kiel unveils the secrets of the sustainable circular economy.

Think it’s just another buzzword? Think again. Kim is challenging the age-old norms of the ‘take-make-waste’ economy you’re so familiar with.

In this episode, Kimberly unlocks:

How we can end waste, boost product value, and revive nature
What cradle-to-cradle, biomimicry, and industrial symbiosis are and why they’re potential game-changers
How Equity, Resilience, and Transparency are reshaping Earth’s destiny
The 9R Framework and its ability to change the recycling game
How to work toward an economy where individuals, corporations, and markets sync perfectly
What to do about our consumption habits
And much more!