Global Social Impact Investments

Overview

Global Social Impact Investments is an impact investment funds manager that enables investors to achieve positive social and environmental impact alongside attractive financial returns. The firm manages two funds: GSIF Africa, a private debt fund investing in high-impact enterprises in Sub-Saharan Africa, and GSIF Spain, a private equity fund focused on the economic inclusion of vulnerable groups in Spain. Both funds target investments that improve the livelihoods of vulnerable populations through sustainable business models. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as food and agriculture, consumer goods and logistics, productive assets, and energy access. GSIF Africa, established in 2019, has a target size of €60 million and aims for a 10% return, with active investments in 13 companies. GSIF Spain, launched in 2021, targets a 15% return and has closed investments in four companies. The firm is committed to generating measurable social impact, with over 8 million people directly benefiting from its investments as of December 2022. Led by a team with over 20 years of experience in investment and philanthropy, Global Social Impact Investments is part of Santa Comba Gestión SL, a family holding company that brings together projects promoting freedom through knowledge. The firm's approach integrates impact management into all phases of the investment cycle, from strategic planning to evaluation and capitalization, ensuring that investments contribute to solving social problems in a sustainable manner.

Investment Focus

• Proven business model with a history of revenues and breakeven
• Competitive advantages in stable sectors contributing to improving people's livelihoods
• Competent and honest management committed to creating decent jobs
• Sustainable solutions to social problems

Portfolio Companies