Kimberly Griego Kiel – 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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Emotional Finance: Advisors & Investors, Here’s How To Deal With Market Volatility (Ep. 94)

By deepimpactinvesting | July 5, 2023

Understanding the practical and emotional aspects of investing is essential for every investor.

Whether you lean towards practical thinking or find yourself more aligned with emotional thinking, this episode will provide valuable guidance to help you thrive in this ever-changing market.

This week, Kim Griego-Kiel explores the fascinating world of emotional finance while uncovering tips and tricks you can use to tackle fear and anxiety when it comes to market volatility.

We all know that investing in the markets can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, but understanding how to manage volatility is key to achieving long-term financial success.

Kim discusses:

Practical strategies for capitalizing on market downturns and finding investment opportunities during times of volatility
The importance of creating a well-defined investment plan and sticking with it for long-term financial growth
How to analyze your current portfolio and make informed investment decisions
Ways to manage emotions in response to market fluctuations
And more!

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Achieving Climate Targets: Here’s Why Failure Leads to Lessons & Changes with Pooja Khosla — Part II (Ep. 93)

By deepimpactinvesting | June 14, 2023

Climate change is not a fantasy. It is an undeniable reality, impacting us in ways we cannot ignore.

In fact, it’s believed that we will likely not make it to our goal of limiting the planet’s warming by 1.5 degrees in the next six years.

This week, Pooja Khosla, the Chief Innovation Officer at Entelligent, is back to chat with Kim Griego-Kiel about climate change and strategies chief operating officers (COO) of companies can implement to facilitate climate change-related improvements within their own practices.

Together, they unpack the importance of setting achievable goals and making small, incremental changes to various systems, processes, and policies.

Pooja discusses:

Reasons businesses need to focus on green policies while transitioning to renewable energy sources to make the planet more sustainable
The value of achieving climate targets and the relevancy of the situation
The possibility of achieving climate targets in less than 80 years
Five principle-based initiatives chief operating officers (COO) should consider when it comes to supporting climate change and ESG strategies
How to avoid greenwashing
The role of banks and financial professionals when it comes to sustainability and supply chain initiatives
And more!

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About Our Guest:

Dr. Pooja Khosla is the Chief Innovation Officer at Entelligent. Dr. Khosla is an econometrician and data scientist with extensive experience in data analysis, predictive modeling, econometrics, statistics, microfinance, and mutual fund analysis.

Dr. Khosla is one of the inventors of the patented Smart Climate® technology. She brings her international background in finance, academia, predictive modeling, and statistical software platforms to the company, leading product and client development.

She has published articles and papers in trade journals, including Pensions & Investments, CFA NYC, and Morning Consult.

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Learn How To Take Advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act — Part I with Pooja Khosla (Ep. 92)

By deepimpactinvesting | May 31, 2023

If you’re a small business owner looking to contribute towards combating climate change while also strengthening your business, make sure to stream this week’s episode of Deep Impact Investing with Pooja Khosla, the Chief Innovation Officer at Entelligent.

This week, Pooja shares five ways small businesses can utilize government incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act to go green. Through her discussion on ‘greenflation’ and why it matters for our economy, Pooja emphasizes the value of proactively protecting our planet (as individuals and as businesses).

By providing practical suggestions, such as switching to renewable energy and investing in green technology, learn the strategies you need to take advantage of tax breaks while making positive environmental changes.

Pooja discusses:

Ways her article covers the Inflation Reduction Act and its benefits for small businesses
The government incentives for going green
What’s ‘greenflation’ and how it’s impacting our economy
Five changes small businesses can make to benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act
And more!

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“Want to Be More Sustainable? 4 Ways To Take Advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act” by Pooja Khosla

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About Our Guest:

She has published articles and papers in trade journals, including Pensions & Investments, CFA NYC, and Morning Consult.

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Critical Climate and Diversity Stakeholder Resolutions for 2023 with Andy Behar (Ep. 85)

By deepimpactinvesting | March 1, 2023

How much do you know about corporate responsibility and sustainability?

This week, Andy Behar, the CEO of As You Sow, joins Kim Griego-Kiel to talk about the nonprofit organization’s role in shaking up the business world with its innovative environmental and social justice approach.

Listen in as Andy details the ins and outs of creating a more sustainable and equitable future for this and the years to come.

Andy discusses:

As You Sow’s vision and mission
The importance of climate action in the corporate resolution filings for 2023
The value of more companies incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion
As You Sow’s role in helping companies minimize the dangers of pesticides in our food system
What you should know about company transparency and accountability
Ways As You Sow is working to reduce plastic demand
What you should know about stranded assets
And more!

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About Our Guest:

Andy Behar is CEO of As You Sow, the nation’s leading non-profit practitioner of shareholder advocacy and engagement. With a 30-year track record of success, the organization advances values-aligned investing and uses shareholder power to compel companies to reduce material risk on issues including climate change; toxins in the food system; ocean plastics; diversity, equity, and inclusion; racial justice; and wage equity.

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VegTech™ Invest, The Revolution in Plant-Based Innovation ETFs ⁠— Part 2 with Elysabeth Alfano (Ep. 79)

By deepimpactinvesting | November 16, 2022

Plant-based innovations in food play an important role in solving food insecurities.

So, how do we reduce plastics in packaging without using animal-based materials?

In this episode, Elysabeth Alfano is back to explore the ins and outs of our current plant-based revolution. Elysabeth sheds light on investing in animal-free meat and the reasons we need to move away from plastic packaging.

By exploring market trends and reviewing the different sustainable options in food and packaging around the world, Elysabeth also explains ways that climate change and food injustices will translate to the bottom line.

Elysabeth discusses:

The five plant-based sectors that VegTech™ Invest is funding and why
Ways the firm is investing in reducing plastic using animal-free material supply systems
How Anheuser-Busch is supporting precision fermentation to create animal-free meat
Ways you can invest in VegTech™ Invest’s EATV with little capital
And more!

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About Our Guest:

As the CEO of VegTech™ Invest and the advisor to the VegTech Plant-based Innovation & Climate ETF, EATV, Elysabeth Alfano combines her business leadership and investing experience in the plant-based business arena. Helping to define and grow the new investment sector of Plant-based Innovation, her expertise is investing in the companies that are innovating with plants to produce animal-free products for sustainable consumption.

A sought-after speaker, Elysabeth discusses the intersection of sustainability and the global food supply system on radio, TV, at conferences, in boardrooms, and, most recently, at the United National Global Leaders Compact Summit. She also hosts a weekly Plantbased Business Hour interview show.

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What You Should Know About Investing in Food & Plant-Based Innovation with Elysabeth Alfano (Ep. 78)

By deepimpactinvesting | November 2, 2022

Changing what you eat has an impact on the planet, but changing how you invest has an even bigger influence.

Investing in plant-based innovations has become more accessible. And a new plant-based innovation ETF is bringing us closer to a more sustainable food system.

This week on Deep Impact Investing, Elysabeth Alfano from VegTech™ Invest details how the firm supports individual investors and companies working with plants to replace animal products and some of the eye-opening foods and products coming to the growing vegan and plant-based arena.

Elysabeth discusses:

Reasons the plant-based marketplace is a mega trend and how you as an investor can participate in its growth
Why VegTech™ Invest created EATV, a plant-based innovation ETF
Timelines and innovations coming to the vegan and plant-based sector
What you shouldn’t know about cultivated meat
And more!

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Long-Term Money Planning As A Couple: Here’s Some Must-Know Advice (Ep.77)

By deepimpactinvesting | October 19, 2022

Many of us weren’t taught personal finance when we were growing up. But what happens when we decide to join households with our significant other?

In this episode, Kim Griego-Kiel examines some must-know financial mishaps couples can avoid making while detailing the tips you need to start implementing good financial habits. Kim also unpacks the value of starting early and constructing a financial future together.

Kim discusses:

The value of talking about your financial past and your money beliefs
Why avoid keeping money secrets
How neglecting conversations around your financial future together can be damaging
Why you shouldn’t let one person in the relationship make all the money decisions
Tips on having pre-wedding discussions and the importance of working alongside a financial professional
And more!

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Connect with Kimberly Griego-Kiel:

kim@horizonssfs.com
(505) 982-9661
Horizons Sustainable Financial Services
info@horizonssfs.com
Twitter: @HorizonsSustFin
Facebook: Horizons Sustainable Financial Services

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Where in the World is Sustainable Healthcare!? (Ep. 76)

By deepimpactinvesting | October 5, 2022

Having access to better healthcare is not just a mission within our nation but also worldwide.

So, how to work towards a better system?

In this episode, Kim Griego-Kiel explores the current healthcare system and how it’s designed to be reactive instead of proactive. By sharing her own experiences and reviewing the different healthcare systems around the world, Kim explains the pros and cons of a universal and sustainable healthcare system and what those look like.

Kim discusses:

The importance of incorporating further prevention methods
The role of mental health initiatives within a proactive healthcare system
Her personal experiences with healthcare in different countries
Ways our investment portfolios can support sustainable healthcare systems
How did the pandemic impact healthcare across the world
And more!

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Episode 14 — The UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals — Part 2

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What You Should Know About The Current Water Crisis (Ep.75)

By deepimpactinvesting | September 21, 2022

Water is life. But right now, water is also a messenger.

If you’re following the news, you know about the current water shortage, and how this situation is a warning sign of climate change.

In this episode, Kimberly Griego Kiel unpacks everything around the current water scarcity while detailing some must-know action items along with tips and tricks you can follow to make a difference.

Kim discusses:

The climate water and food nexus we’re currently facing
How ground and above groundwater management is depleting rapidly
Tips to reduce and optimize our water usage
What to do (locally) to provide solutions to the water crisis
And more!

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