Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Sustainable Investing 4: Emanuel Citron – Sourcing Sustainable Managers (Capital Allocators, EP.142)
Jun 18, 2020
Emanuel Citron, Managing Partner at Volery Capital, co-founded his firm to prioritize socially and environmentally responsible investments. He shares insights from surveying over 1,200 sustainable funds and discusses the critical traits of effective managers. Citron explores the integration of ESG factors into investment strategies, identifies emerging opportunities in workforce development and climate solutions, and highlights the importance of due diligence in assessing impact. He also reflects on personal growth and the value of supporting others in their journeys.
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Formative Travels
- Manny Citron's travels in Africa and the Middle East shaped his perspective on impact investing.
- He witnessed the potential of even small investments in different contexts.
Stonepoint Experience
- Manny Citron worked at Stonepoint Capital, a financial services-focused private equity firm.
- He gained experience in asset management and developed an interest in impact investing.
Impact Investing Benefits
- Impact investing is a better way to invest by filtering with ESG factors.
- Companies prioritizing ESG factors experience benefits like lower turnover and reduced costs.