Impact Investors Council (IIC)

⭐ "The team that celebrates together, thrives together!" ⭐ The Impact Investors Council (IIC) team is celebrating the successful conclusion of the fifth edition of Prabhav. We extend our sincere thanks to each and every one for your invaluable contributions in making this event a remarkable success. Here's to the connections we've made and the impact we've inspired !

LIVE: Workshop - Practical Tools to Mitigate Biases in Gender Lens Investing for Climate/Green Finance | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 The ‘Practical Tools to Mitigate Biases in Gender Lens Investing for Climate/Green Finance’ workshop, in collaboration with GROW (Greening of Finance by Women) and Climate Collective, is now live. This session addresses the critical barriers that prevent women-led climate enterprises from accessing investment, despite their vital contributions to sustainable development and climate resilience. Speakers: Chhavi Uboweja, Associate, Lok Capital Janavi Papriwal, Associate Partner, Circulate Capital Snehal Verma, Co-Founder & Director, NatureDots Facilitators: Jui Joshi, Director & Senior Partner at Climate Collective Shruti Deora, Partner at Intellecap Kruthika Jerome, Climate Finance Sector Portfolio Manager, Agence Française de Développement

LIVE: Innovative Debt Financing Structures | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 This session explores cutting-edge financing models aimed at enhancing financial inclusion for early-stage impact enterprises in India. Experts from top financial institutions and impact investors will discuss the challenges and opportunities in this field, focusing on innovative financial solutions and the role of debt lending in driving growth. The panel will also examine how partnerships between commercial lenders and CSR initiatives can create greater impact. Attendees will gain insights on scaling financial inclusion, tackling affordable housing challenges, and aligning financial strategies with sustainable development goals. Featuring: Himanshu Sikka, Project Director at USAID-supported SAMRIDH Healthcare Blended Finance Facility, IPE Global Limited Ltd Divya Pinge, Head of Research at Impact Investors Council (IIC) Parag Vaidya, Associate Partner & CFO at KOIS Krishna Kasturi, Investment Officer at Vivriti Asset Management Company Nupur Maroti, Manager Housing Finance Systems (India Lead) at Habitat for Humanity International Join us to discover how innovative financing can transform financial inclusion and support impactful enterprises in India.

LIVE: Workshop - Building an Investable Pipeline for Climate-Tech | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 India presents a vast and intricate landscape for climate-tech investments. This session, supported by NSRCEL , delves into the essential strategies and challenges of creating a strong investable pipeline in this evolving sector. The session explores how to identify, assess, and nurture early-stage climate-tech startups, focusing on pinpointing high-potential sub-sectors, mitigating investment risks, and supporting portfolio companies in scaling operations. The role of government policies and the importance of collaboration among investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers in driving innovation and impact will also be examined. Featuring: Maya Chandrasekaran Co-founder & Partner at Green Artha Nachiket Kulkarni AVP Social Entrepreneurship at NSRCEL Nihal Choudyal Senior Program Manager at NSRCEL Raiyaan Shingati Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Transition VC Join us to uncover strategies for building a robust climate-tech investment pipeline and fostering impactful innovations in India.

LIVE: Role of WASH Financing in Climate Action and Gender Equality | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 Explore how water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) financing intersects with climate resilience and gender equity. This session, supported by Water.org will demonstrate how effective WASH financing is crucial for building climate-resilient communities and enhancing women's roles by improving their productivity and income levels. Access to safe water and sanitation not only mitigates climate change impacts but also empowers women by reducing their burden and providing opportunities for education and economic advancement. The session will feature successful case studies and innovative financing models that showcase how investments in WASH drive climate resilience and promote gender equality. Featuring: Adityendra Kumar, Region Head - South and Southeast Asia at DWM Aparna Pittie, Private Equity Fund Manager - South and Southeast Asia at Incofin Investment Management Manas Rath, Founder at LEAP Cities Sajid Amit, Executive Director, South Asia & Country Director, Bangladesh at Water.org Amit Agarwal, Regional Director, South & Central Asia at WaterEquity Gaurangini Jain, Deputy CEO, SATYA MicroCapital Limited Alisha Mathew Varghese, Senior Vice President NABSAMRUDDHI Finance Limited Join us to understand how WASH financing can support climate action and advance gender equality, empowering women as key agents of change.

LIVE: Moving the Needle on Debt in Impact | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 As the impact investing industry grows, diverse and robust funding sources are crucial. Debt capital offers stable and scalable financing, essential for driving industry expansion. This session will focus on strategies and challenges in mobilizing debt capital to support impactful initiatives globally. Join us for a discussion with industry leaders and financial experts who will explore innovative approaches to increasing debt capital flow, share success stories, and address key hurdles. The session will also highlight how venture debt can support early-stage, high-growth companies making a social and environmental impact. Gain practical insights and strategies to leverage debt for sustainable and inclusive growth. Featuring: Abhijit Ray, Co-Founder & Managing Director at UC Inclusive Credit Bhavdeep Bhatt, Chief Executive Officer at Northern Arc Capital Dhruv Malhotra, Vice President at BlueOrchard Finance Ltd Divya Anand, Partner at Stride Ventures Gaurav Gupta, Managing Partner at C4D Partners Neha Khanna, Senior Manager at Climate Policy Initiative - India Join us to learn how to advance debt financing in impact investing and drive meaningful growth.

LIVE: Unlocking Commercial Finance for Climate Change Adaptation in India | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 Explore how increasing debt financing for climate adaptation can drive sustainability and attract more entrepreneurs to the sector, creating a virtuous cycle. This session will delve into the current limitations of debt availability for climate adaptation, comparing it to the substantial investment seen in electric mobility. We will discuss solutions to address market failures and enhance access to commercial finance. Additionally, we will examine opportunities and the support financial institutions need to expand their involvement in climate adaptation. Featuring: Madhur Jain, Co-founder & CEO at Varaha Mitul Thapliyal, Partner and Leader - Government and Social Impact at MicroSave Consulting (MSC) Nalin Agarwal, Founding Partner at Climate Seeds Fund Neha Mudaliar, Senior Vice President – Head Climate Financing at Northern Arc Capital Siddharth Chaturvedi, Senior Program Officer, Agriculture Development, Asia at Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Join us to gain insights into unlocking commercial finance for climate change adaptation and building a robust investment ecosystem.

LIVE: The New Frontier - Decarbonization, Material Innovation, and the Next-Gen Economy | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 Explore the future of material substitution within the textile industry as a crucial strategy for both business and climate action. This session, supported by Canopy , will provide insights from brands, producers, and investors on how material innovation plays a central role in industrial decarbonization, requiring substantial investment and transforming supply chains across emerging regions. Despite limited engagement from climate financiers, this space holds significant opportunities for economic, environmental, and social impact. Featuring: Aparna Mangla, Investment Director at British International Investment Shruti Singh 🌏, India Hub Strategist, Canopy Kavya Arora, Technical Advisor - Climate Change and Circular Economy at GIZ India Shirish Srivastava, Vice President Sourcing at Myntra Sucharu Uppal, Joint President - Brands and Retail at GRASIM INDUSTRIES LIMITED ( ADITYA BIRLA GROUP) Limited, Aditya Birla Group Join us to uncover the transformative potential of material innovation and decarbonization in the next-generation economy.

LIVE: Funding the New Frontiers of Climate Tech | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 Explore the next wave of climate-tech innovations as the sector continues to evolve, with a focus on emerging opportunities beyond electric mobility. This session will dive into diverse areas such as food-focused bio-science and carbon credits, examining how these innovations align with investor theses for climate-led advancements. Featuring speakers: Mona Kachhwaha, Partner at UC Impower Rajiv P Kapahi, Co-Founder of Parinama LLC Samir Shah, Managing Partner at Peak Sustainability Ventures Suken Shah, CFA, Principal Investment Officer at Neev Fund Vatsal Dusad, Vice President at Avaana Capital Vikram Dileepan, Director at Lok Capital Join us to uncover how investors are adapting their strategies to support groundbreaking climate-tech solutions and drive impactful investments in the coming years.

LIVE: Keynote by Prem Prabhakar, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, SBICAP Ventures Limited | Prabhav 2024 | Day 2 Join Prem Prabhakar Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of SBI Ventures Limited for an illuminating keynote address. Gain valuable perspectives on the future of venture capital, investment strategies, and the evolving landscape of impact investing. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a leading expert in the field and explore strategic insights for navigating the investment world.