Together We RISE: Smart Education for Impactful Investments

Hello RISE Impact Enthusiasts,

Before sharing this week's Impact Opportunity, where profits meets purpose 🌟, let's keep in mind our collective goal: a world 🌍 where our legacy directly addresses major issues such as climate change and gender equality.

Your enthusiastic response to last week's highlight on the Vertical Farming Integration Fund was incredibly uplifting. The fund's strong historical performance 📈 took many by surprise, while its crucial role in promoting sustainable food production 🌱, optimizing space 🏙️, and securing year-round urban crop availability 🍅 has rightly earned our community's recognition. It's a privilege to be part of this journey with you, united by our commitment to making a real difference 🌍.

If you would like to learn all the diverse ways to invest in alignment with your values, across all asset classes - I invite you to join our free 3-day Impact Workshop: "Grow Your Wealth, Impact the World".

As a reminder, we maintain a comprehensive database of impactful investments that includes everything from startups to established funds and real estate, spanning all areas of impact. These opportunities vary; some have specific participation qualifications, while others are more accessible. We do this because we all have different levels of savings, communities, and can participate in impact at different levels. Either way, as always let's share this valuable knowledge of values aligned investing with our loved ones, including our children (it's never too early to start!), friends, and broader community. With that said, let's explore this week’s impactful opportunity.

New Weekly Impact Insight - Feb 3 2024

If your values are centered around tackling water scarcity, minimizing the use of harmful pesticides, and slashing carbon footprints—and you're passionate about supporting women in leadership roles , then this week’s environmental sustainable opportunity is perfectly aligned with your impact goals.

🌟 Award-winning water-soluble technology bag 🌟

📍 Overview: In 2014, a groundbreaking company based in Santiago, Chile, introduced a revolutionary raw material, crafted from a blend of limestone and/or natural gas derivatives, poised to potentially replace single-use plastic bags. This innovative material can be transformed into a variety of products, including grocery bags, dog waste bags, and liquidless laundry detergent. The standout feature? These bags can be dissolved instantly in hot water (185°F) and more gradually in colder temperatures, boasting a completely non-toxic composition.

💰 Funding Insights: To date, this pioneering venture has secured $1.72 million in investor funding. With a valuation cap set at $50 million, the investment range is broad, inviting minimum investments of $25,000 up to a maximum of $1,235,000.

📈 Financial Snapshot: The company began its revenue journey in the U.S. and Canada in 2021, witnessing a staggering 1,500% year-over-year revenue growth in 2022, surpassing $350,000. Despite a net loss of around $617,000 the same year, this marked a 30% improvement over the previous year. The first quarter of 2023 saw a stabilization of net losses at approximately $40,000 per month.

👩‍💼 Leadership: The board is comprised of three influential women, steering the company towards its ambitious goals.

💼 Mission and Impact: The mission is clear - to replace everyday plastic use with a patented, eco-friendly alternative. This technology, akin to the material used in certain medicinal capsule shells, heralds a new era of environmentally safe solutions.

🚀 Accolades: In 2018, the technology was lauded with the Singularity Award from Singularity University as the Best Innovation in Latin America.

💡 Insights: As a startup on the brink of profitability in 2024, the company is leveraging UPS for product delivery. With a dedicated team of over 20 collaborators, the ambition is to create a better world. Given the inherent risks of startup investments, the potential for growth significantly outpaces that of larger, more established companies. Initial commercial operations target America, Europe, and Africa, aiming for a global market expansion.

🏷️ Tags: #GreenEnvironment #CleanTech #CleanEnvironment #Tech4All #SustainableMaterials #Recycling #NaturePreservation

🔍 Questions for us as Investors to Ask :

1. What competitive landscape does the company navigate?

2. Are there key partnerships or clients that bolster the company's market position?

3. How does the outlook for the Green Technology and Sustainability market impact potential growth?

4. Considering the starting price point, is the company positioned to revolutionize the packaging industry?

These questions can help guide your investment consideration, focusing on the unique opportunity to support a venture with tangible environmental impact. Remember

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IMPACT FINANCE IN THE NEWS

Top Impact Investing Trends for 2024

We have explored these impact investing trends in groups, breaking them down to help you understand how they can guide and shape your investment decisions, providing clarity and ensuring you're well-informed and confident in your approach to impactful investing.

Trend #10 Global Corporations Push for Recycled Plastic: Major companies are increasingly committing to using recycled plastic in their packaging and investing in related businesses .

Simple explanation - Big companies are stepping up their game! They're committing to use more recycled plastic for their packaging and investing in businesses that support this eco-friendly move. It's all about making sustainability a key part of their operations.

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2024 Launch Update: Get ready for our "Fund for Good Course” crafted in response to our community's call for enriched insights into impactful investing.

This course is designed to empower women with the knowledge needed to launch their own impact funds. It includes insights into the types of funds that attract institutional investors from an impact standpoint, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of where and how to make a meaningful difference.

It represents our commitment to enhancing diversity in investment leadership, fostering a more inclusive and effectual investment world. With 25% of our community being financial professionals, we're grateful for the invaluable insights from fund managers within our network. Despite observing a small hint of diversity in VC and REIT funds, the pressing need for greater diversity across all impact fund sectors in our database remains clear. This course is a pivotal step in addressing that need.

Note: The information and trends discussed are sourced from Impact Alpha's "Top Impact Investing Trends of 2024.

P.S. Whenever you’re ready here are a few ways for us to work together:

1. RISE The Movement Impact Circle:

   Join the RISE The Movement Impact Circle, an exclusive network where we collaborate, share insights, and dive into new investment opportunities that not only promise returns but also align with our deepest values. Our sessions are not just about exploring markets; they're about growing our knowledge and impact in the world. Ready to be a part of this circle of change-makers? Apply now for membership. 

2. Impact Investing Education Program:

   Dive into the world of impact investing with our 12-week Women's Impact Investing program, designed for women who want to make a difference. This cohort will not only educate you on essential investment strategies but also connect you with a network of like-minded women. Our weekly live sessions are tailored to empower you in navigating both public and private markets, helping you grow your wealth across various asset classes while contributing positively to the future. It's more than investing; it's about shaping a better world for the next generation.

3. Partner with RISE the movement:

   Do you share a commitment to making a positive impact? Our RISE community is a vibrant mix of entrepreneurs, investors, and finance professionals. While our individual values may differ, our shared belief in investing for a better tomorrow unites us. We invite you to collaborate with us and showcase how your organization can empower women to excel in impact investing. 

   Together, we're not just investors; we're changemakers.

   Until next week, keep making an impact!"

   Warmly,

   ^Tanaha

@risethemovement

www.risethemovement.com

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