David Bank

David Bank, founder of Impact Alpha and a former Wall Street Journal journalist, discusses his journey into the world of impact investing. He shares insights on building a media company from scratch, highlighting the shift from sponsorships to a subscription model. David emphasizes the importance of identifying niche audiences and why persistence is key in this space. The conversation also touches on the complexities of ESG criteria in investing and balancing journalistic integrity with advocacy for social good.

David Bank, Editor of Impact Alpha and expert in employee ownership and the care economy, joins Brian Walsh to explore how different models of ownership can enhance employee wealth. They discuss how private equity is shifting from layoffs to profit-sharing, empowering workers through innovative structures like ESOPs. Bank also delves into the U.S. care economy's investment opportunities, emphasizing quality and accessibility while highlighting the importance of equitable development strategies, particularly for women-led initiatives.