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Women Changing FinanceE12 - Andrea Webster, Ambassador of the World Benchmarking AllianceIn this episode, Krisztina speaks with Andrea Webster, Head of Financial System Transformation at the World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA). With 25 years of experience in finance, Andrea brings a rare insider’s perspective to reshaping the rules of the game. At WBA, Andrea leads the effort to assess and rank 400 of the world’s most influential financial institutions — including banks, pension funds, asset managers, insurers and development banks — based on how they perform across sustainability issues like climate, nature, human rights, governance, and ethics. The goal? To build transparency, alignment, and accountability across the system, and to push financial institutions to impro...2025-06-2538 minWomen Changing FinanceE11 - Yijing Wang, Founding Partner at 2060 AdvisoryIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, Yijing Wang, founding partner of 2060 Advisory, a pioneering impact investing firm based in Shanghai, explains how China’s social and environmental entrepreneurs are building new solutions. We explore what’s happening on the ground in China: artisan cooperatives that support vulnerable women, inclusive tech startups, and climate ventures creating low-carbon concrete and plastic alternatives. These are powerful innovations, yet many global investors overlook China’s potential in solving urgent global challenges. Yijing shares what it means to work in this gap: building trust between local changemakers and capital providers, navigating a fragmented fundin...2025-06-1150 minWomen Changing FinanceE10 - Delilah Rothenberg, Executive Director of the Predistribution Initiative (PDI)In this episode of Women Changing Finance, Delilah Rothenberg, explains how investment structures can reduce inequality and build long-term resilience. Delilah shares why traditional finance tools often ignore the real risks — from income inequality to environmental collapse — and how a new mindset called systemic stewardship is helping investors think beyond short-term returns. We explore what fiduciary duty actually means when investors’ decisions affect entire sectors, and how new structures like employee and community ownership can transform who benefits from capital. From pushing for stronger governance in pension funds to helping investors measure their impact on inequality, Delilah is working hard t...2025-05-2853 minWomen Changing FinanceE09 - Ana Laura Fernández, Vice President of Impact Investing at Fondo de FondosIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, Ana Laura Fernández, Vice President of Impact Investing at Fondo de Fondos, where she leads a $70 million Latin America Impact Fund, talks about building Mexico’s impact investing ecosystem.The conversation dives into how her fund supports both emerging venture capital managers and direct co-investments across Latin America, targeting sectors like youth employment, sustainable agriculture, and climate innovation. Ana Laura shares how her team helps early-stage funds grow, why results-based contracts are gaining traction in Mexico, and how her role as Chair of the GSG’s National Partner in Mexic...2025-05-1449 minWomen Changing FinanceE08 - Aunnie Patton Power, Academic, Advisor, Author & InvestorIn this episode, Krisztina Tora sits down with Aunnie Patton Power, an investor, academic, and global thought leader, to explore how we can radically rethink the very foundations of investment. Aunnie shares why simply tweaking traditional models like venture capital and private equity isn’t enough, and how new, regenerative structures are urgently needed to better serve people and planet. Drawing from her book Adventure Finance, she brings practical insights into how investment models can shift from extractive to inclusive, and what courageous leadership looks like in building a financial system fit for the future. If you're passionate about sy...2025-04-3047 minWomen Changing FinanceE07 - Yvonne Bakkum, Independent Advisor and Board MemberWhat does it take to mobilize institutional capital for real impact, creating bridges between developed and emerging markets? In this episode, Krisztina Tora sits down with Yvonne Bakkum an impact leader focused on boosting the positive impact of capital. Amongst other roles, she was the founding Managing Director of FMO Investment Management where she mobilized private capital at scale for the SDGs. In the conversation, Yvonne shares how she helped shape the Dutch impact ecosystem, from pioneering work with pension funds to making development finance more accessible, impactful and accountable. We explore why financial institutions matter in emerging markets...2025-04-1646 minWomen Changing FinanceE06 - Nanako Kudo, Executive Director of the Japan Social Innovation and Investment Foundation (SIIF)Just a decade ago, impact investing was barely on Japan’s radar. Today, it’s a multi-trillion yen movement — thanks in part to the bold shift of Japan’s largest public pension fund, which signaled a new era for responsible investing. In this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora speaks with Nanako Kudo, Executive Director of the Japan Social Innovation and Investment Foundation (SIIF), about Japan’s remarkable impact journey. Nanako shares how government, startups, big corporates, and even ordinary citizens are coming together to build a more inclusive, sustainable economy. We explore real-world stories — from AI-powered career servi...2025-04-0241 minWomen Changing FinanceE05 - Amanda Feldman, Managing Director at Sonen CapitalIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, Krisztina Tora speaks with Amanda Feldman, Managing Director at Sonen Capital, a leading impact investment firm, where she leads Impact Engagement. With years of experience in impact investing, sustainability, and a deep commitment to impact management and measurement, Amanda shares her insights about the industry's evolving landscape. From her global vantage point spanning the US, Latin America, and Europe, Amanda discusses her role in shaping the foundations of the Impact Management Platform, and the key challenges and opportunities in mobilizing private capital for social and environmental change. She emphasizes the importance of...2025-03-1940 min
Women Changing FinanceE04 - Bonnie Chiu, Managing Director of The Social Investment Consultancy (TSIC)In this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora sits down with Bonnie Chiu, an award-winning social entrepreneur, and a gender equality advocate. She is also the Managing Director of The Social Investment Consultancy (TSIC), a global network of consultants specialised in impact assessment and impact investing strategies. Bonnie shares her journey from Hong Kong to the UK, starting with the foundation of the social enterprise Lensational, which empowers marginalized women through photography and storytelling. She discusses the vibrant ecosystems of social entrepreneurship she has encountered in the UK and the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in...2025-03-0556 minWomen Changing FinanceE03 - Hamdiya Ismaila, Founder and CEO of Savannah Impact AdvisoryIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora interviews Hamdiya Ismaila, a leader in venture capital and private equity in Ghana. As the founder and CEO of Savannah Impact Advisory and fund manager of the Ci Gaba Fund of Funds, Hamdiya shares her journey in building the impact investing ecosystem in Ghana. She discusses the importance of intentionality in investments, highlighting successful projects that enhance agricultural supply chains and support local communities. Hamdiya emphasizes the need for collaboration among stakeholders and the crucial role of women in driving impact finance. Join us to discover how Hamdiya is...2025-02-1944 minWomen Changing FinanceE02 - Naina Subberwal Batra, CEO of AVPNIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora welcomes Naina S. Batra, CEO of AVPN, the largest regional social investment network that aims to increase the flow of financial, human and intellectual capital for impact. Naina discusses the evolving landscape of impact investing in Asia, highlighting the growth of ESG investments and the increasing interest of sovereign funds in the sector. She shares inspiring stories of impactful businesses that have successfully attracted capital and emphasizes the importance of networks in driving collaboration and change. Tune in to discover how Naina and AVPN are making significant strides in...2025-01-2239 minWomen Changing FinanceE01 - Carmen Correa, CEO of Pro MujerIn this episode of Women Changing Finance, host Krisztina Tora speaks with Carmen Correa, CEO of Pro Mujer, a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to advancing gender equality in Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in sustainable development, Carmen shares her insights on the impact of gender-lens investing and the challenges women face in accessing finance. She discusses the significant progress being made in Latin America, including the rise of gender bonds and innovative financial instruments designed to support women entrepreneurs. Tune in to discover how Carmen and her team are transforming lives and driving change in their communities...2025-01-2248 minWomen Changing FinanceWelcome to Women Changing Finance!In this introductory episode, Krisztina Tora, the podcast host, shares her journey and why she believes transforming the financial system is key to solving today’s challenges. This podcast will take you on a global journey to meet inspiring women from all around the world who are reshaping finance to create a positive impact for people and the planet. Tune in to discover every two weeks, their stories, gain fresh insights, and explore how finance can be a powerful tool for change.Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and share it with your friends.2025-01-1004 min
The Purpose PodKrisztina Tora of The Global Steering Group for Impact Investment (GSG) on building Impact Economies“The paradigm shift embodied in the impact investment community is from Egosystem to Ecosystem” Why should we be building Impact Economies across the world? And how can it be done? This is the mission of The Global Steering Group for Impact Investment (GSG). Spearheaded by Sir Ronald Cohen, GSG are already enabling impact capacity building by establishing and supporting national impact advisory boards across 75 countries, including with our colleagues at the Hellenic Impact Investing Network (HIIN), here in Greece. With a goal to harness influence, stimulate innovation and fos...2024-04-1134 min
The Finpact - Impact Meets FinanceKrisztina Tora // Chief Market Development Officer at The Global Steering Group for Impact InvestmentKrisztina Tora, as the Chief Market Development Officer at GSG, plays a pivotal role in mobilizing capital for positive impact across 70 nations. Her expertise extends to advising governments, financial institutions, and other stakeholders on strategies to accelerate capital flow, ultimately benefiting both people and the planet.She champions the cause of systemic change, with a particular emphasis on addressing the financing gap for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in emerging markets. Krisztina also leads efforts to drive policy transformations and the establishment of innovative financial instruments and impact funds.Before joining GSG, Krisztina was a co-founder...2023-11-2946 min
Impact.info en françaisPourquoi un tel engouement pour la finance à impact ?L’investissement s’est d’abord voulu « socialement responsable », voire simplement « responsable ». Aujourd’hui, on parle d’investissement social et environnemental, d’impact. Les investisseurs recherchent les moyens de contribuer positivement à ces questions.
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Notre invitée, Krisztina Tora est la directrice en charge du développement au sein du GSG, le Global Steering Group crée en 2017 par Sir Ronald Cohen. A l’origine une simple Task Force au sein du G7 sous présidence britannique en 2013, le GSG rassemble 70 pays. Dans chacun de ces pays, le GSG conseille les gouvernements, les institutions financière...2023-11-0908 min
Investing in Impact | Impact InvestingKrisztina Tora // Chief Market Development Officer at The Global Steering Group for Impact InvestmentThis content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.----------------------------------------Krisztina Tora, as the Chief Market Development Officer at GSG, plays a pivotal role in mobilizing capital for positive impact across 70 nations. Her expertise extends to advising governments, financial institutions, and other stakeholders on strategies to accelerate capital flow, ultimately benefiting both people and the planet. She champions the cause of systemic change, with a particular emphasis on addressing the financing gap for Sustainable Development...2023-09-2846 min
Financing ImpactImpact investing in public markets - with Krisztina Tora and Eric RiceIn our seventh episode, we discuss impact investing in public markets with Krisztina Tora and Eric Rice. Krisztina is Chief Market Development Officer at GSG, the Global Steering Group for Impact Investment. Eric is head of Active Equities Impact Investing at Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager. In our conversation, we discuss what makes impact investing through the stock market different from investing in private equity or other asset classes. We talk about what it takes to democratize impact investing and the role of shareholder engagement to achieve impact. Eric shares Blackrock’s strategy to build a universe of p...2023-01-091h 04
Szikra - Kreatív Nézőpont podcast"Itt az idő, hogy búcsút ints az egódnak" Szörnyi Krisztina"Az én TEDx-előadásom arról szólna, hogy a csúcson kell abbahagyni, vagyis búcsút kell mondanunk az egoista, érdekvezérelt társadalomnak, aminek a csúcsára értünk, és mások, a közösség felé fordulnunk. Erről adnék át egy üzenetet abban a bizonyos piros körben. [...] Jó lenne ráébreszteni az embereket, hogy ne csak a saját érdekükben cselekedjenek, másokat is vegyenek figyelembe, hiszen a valóság az, hogy nem vagyunk egyedül, nemcsak egy-egy ember számít, hanem a közösség..." Szörnyi Krisztina, a HVG Extra...2020-11-2500 min