GoImpact, a Hong Kong, China-based ESG and Sustainable Finance startup, raised Series A funding at a valuation of USD22M.
The round was led by Oriental Watch Holdings Limited and a leading Hong Kong based private investor.
The company intends to use the funds to allow an expansion of the team in Hong Kong and around the world and continue to seek partnership with institutions and organizations to further their influence on a global scale.
Founded by finance industry veterans Ms. Helene Li and Mr. Clarence T’ao, and a serial entrepreneur, Mr. Andy Ann, in 2020, GoImpact is an ESG and Sustainable Finance startup which has built an ecosystem developed to provide action enablers built around 3 key pillars – GoLearn (education); GoNetwork (structured advocacy); GoInvest (deal flow platform for sustainable investments). Through its partners network with online-to-offline initiatives, GoImpact connects investors with deals relevant to their interests.
The company’s learning framework includes synchronized and asynchronized learning programmes and workshops. The Learning courses are structured to align with the17 United Nations SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), in 5 key areas, namely Climate, Education, Health, Inclusion and Biodiversity. Courses are recognized on accredited platforms in Hong Kong and the region, and include Certificate Programs with Executive-training academy of prominent universities in Asia. In a short period of time, GoImpact’s geographic reach has extended to 5 countries in the Asia Pacific, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, India and the United Arab Emirates.
Apart from ESG education, the company also engages in other areas to mainstream and drive the sustainability agenda forward. It is currently building an ESG ecosystem based on 3 key pillars, namely GoLearn (education), GoNetwork (structured advocacy) and GoInvest (deal flow platform for sustainable investments), to enable actions on sustainable development.
FinSMEs
09/04/2022