Purpose-Driven Capital: Advancing Resilience Through Localized Economic Transformation – ImpactVest – 6.25.25

Summary:

Join ImpactVest for an insightful session exploring how purpose-driven capital advances resilience through localized economic transformation in a rapidly evolving global economy. This presentation delves into key impact areas such as regenerative agriculture, decentralized renewable energy, digital financial inclusion, and sustainable infrastructure. Attendees will discover how targeted investments in underserved regions can foster economic empowerment, social equity, and environmental stewardship. The session also highlights innovative impact measurement techniques including blockchain-enabled transparency, equipping financial advisors with strategies to meet growing client demand for data-driven, purpose-aligned investments that deliver resilient and sustainable growth while creating meaningful impact.

In this live, interactive session we will cover:

• How localized economic transformation drives resilience and sustainable growth
• Emerging opportunities in regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and digital financial inclusion
• Innovative tools for impact measurement and data transparency advisors can leverage

Accepted for 1 CFP/ IWI / CFA CE Credit

Speakers:

As Chief Economist at ImpactVest, Liam Cleary is at the forefront of impact investing, shaping the future of finance with a mission for real, sustainable change.

An ICAEW Chartered Accountant, Liam built his career in London, in finance and capital markets, before transitioning into impact investing, where he now capitalises on the opportunity to align purpose with profit. He holds a B.Sc. in Economics from Leeds University Business School and brings a dynamic, disciplined approach to leadership, shaped by his experience as an international rugby player for Finland.

Based in Paris, Liam is actively engaged in global economic discussions, thought leadership, and policy advisory, supporting ImpactVest’s vision of reimagining capitalism for a sustainable future.

Abass is an entrepreneur and investment professional with a background in mining, renewable energies and corporate finance. Holding a Doctor of Business Administration from Grenoble Ecole de Management and an Executive Master’s Degree in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship from HEC Paris, his focus spans organizational behaviour, corporate strategy, and venture finance. Passionate about sustainable investment, Abass is an alumnus of HEC Challenge Plus Afrique, a specialized program for high-growth potential startups in Africa. Demonstrating his commitment to positive change, he contributed to developing a smart and decentralized solar photovoltaic network in West Africa, addressing the energy needs of 2000 rural households requiring 300W each.

Together with the ImpactVest team, our investment strategies focus on fostering societal and environmental progress. We firmly believe that the future of the sustainable development landscape lies on responsible investments, particularly through innovative initiatives in education and promoting regenerative economy.

Tonderai Leonel Njowera is an infrastructure specialist and sustainable finance professional with a background in civil engineering, climate finance, and impact investment. He holds a Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance from the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management, complemented by expert certifications in Climate, Islamic, and Sustainable Finance. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil and Water Engineering from the National University of Science and Technology in Zimbabwe.

Beginning his career as a civil engineer, Tonde led projects in mining, real estate, renewable energy, and water-sanitation across Zimbabwe. He later co-founded ImpactVest’s consulting division, which delivers sustainable finance and impact investment advisory services across sectors and geographies.

At ImpactVest, he leads the development of the firm’s proprietary impact investment framework, designed to align capital with long-term environmental and societal progress.

Driven by a commitment to systems change, Tonde brings a deep interest in regenerative infrastructure, inclusive finance, and values-based leadership.