This podcast episode features Soraya Darabi, an early investor in several unicorns, who provides insights into impact investing. Impact investing allows individuals to invest in companies that generate positive social or environmental impact alongside financial returns. TMV, Soraya's venture firm, invests in tech-enabled sustainable solutions, accessible healthcare, AI for democratizing access to work and wealth, and sectors such as healthcare and AI. TMV's unique definition of impact investing allows them to make their own rules, and they measure impact using methodologies like Iris Plus and align with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The section also discusses the growing trend of impact investing among younger investors and women, fueled by a $1 trillion wealth transfer. It emphasizes the importance of funds having an impact lens to avoid suffering in the shifting landscape. The section further highlights the importance of utilizing technology to make a positive impact in various sectors and the significance of partnering with individuals who possess skills or knowledge outside their own expertise.
