We align our approach to the framework provided by the Impact Management Project (IMP), which describes 5 dimensions of impact: What, Who, How Much, Contribution, and Risk.
Evidence is building that “market-rate returns” can be generated alongside positive social or environmental outcomes and the market sentiment that impact investing is inherently bad for performance is being challenged.
In our conversations with investors, we run across a lot of different ideas about what impact investing is and isn’t, so we wanted to take the time to share our preferred definition and viewpoint.
US healthcare spending overall represents 18% of GDP, and improving healthcare utilization by disadvantaged communities is an enormous opportunity to reduce costs and improve patient outcomes.
The last thing you ever want to do is run out of cash. Surprises put entrepreneurs in a difficult position — with vendors, customers, employees, and investors.
Because Impact Engine is focused on software and data-driven companies, it can be challenging for us to find companies that are a fit, but we have made two investments over the past year and hope to make many more in years to come.