Empowering impact investment: GSG CEO unveils strategies for driving Change on a global scale

A registered UK charity since November 2017, the Global Steering Group (GSG) for Impact Investment is an independent organization that catalyzes impact investment and entrepreneurship to benefit people and the planet. With a total of 38 member countries, the GSG brings together leaders from finance, business, and philanthropy to tackle some of the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges.

In an informative conversation with #biztechasia, Cliff Prior, Chief Executive Officer at the Global Steering Group for Impact Investment, discussed the challenges faced by nations and their impact on people and emphasized the need for new investment solutions to address urgent global issues such as climate change, poverty, and inequality. Cliff also highlighted the impact investing landscape in the Asia Pacific region, which presents unique challenges and opportunities, especially in relation to philanthropy and impact investment and provided examples of successful impact investing initiatives that have generated positive social or environmental outcomes.

Furthermore, Cliff shared insights on:

GSG’s mission to promote global impact investing.
His participation at the Khazanah Forum in Malaysia and its expected benefits.
Yayasan Hasanah and philanthropy in Malaysia and the region.
The vital role of philanthropy and impact investment in driving social transformation and equality for sustainable growth in Malaysia’s diverse economy.
The potential of microfinance for social mobility, poverty eradication, and reducing income inequality, with examples from institutions like Grameen Bank.