{"product_id":"the-little-book-of-impact-investing-aligning-profit-and-purpose-to-change-the-world-hardcover","title":"The Little Book of Impact Investing: Aligning Profit and Purpose to Change the World - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePriya Parrish\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore the strategies of impact investing that deliver financial gains and positive results for people and the planet\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing: Aligning Profit and Purpose to Change the World, \u003c\/i\u003e veteran investor and author Priya Parrish delivers a timely, inspiring, and practical exploration of an investing discipline that is rapidly taking center stage in contemporary finance. In the book, you'll explore how and why impact investing has become an essential strategy for retail and institutional investors around the world and how it can help you build and manage high-performing portfolios while making a positive difference in the world around you. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author explains the universe of opportunities made available by impact investing by diving deep into both the public and private markets. You'll learn how the discipline is related to modern portfolio theory, diversity considerations, issues of climate change, sustainable investing, and recent controversies about ESG investing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll also discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhere impact investing came from, how it's shaping markets today, and where it's going in the near future\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImpact investing goals and how they relate to financial returns and risk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe management tools utilized by leading impact investors to improve performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for retail and institutional investors, \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing\u003c\/i\u003e is destined to become the gold standard in impact investing reference books for anyone seeking and up-to-date and insightful discussion of one of the most exciting and influential investment disciplines in contemporary finance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing: Aligning Profit and Purpose to Change the World\u003c\/i\u003e, veteran investor and educator Priya Parrish delivers an insightful, inspiring, and practical discussion of why impact investing is rapidly gaining traction with retail and institutional investors. In the book, you'll explore the origins and history of impact investing, common myths and misunderstandings, and how smart impact investors can drive social and environmental good while generating profits and lowering risk. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author explains the vast opportunities available to people who embrace impact investing, including discussions of investment strategies found in both the public and private markets. You'll learn how impact investing aligns with modern portfolio theory while also solving for pressing societal challenges, from climate mitigation to disparities in health outcomes and economic mobility. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing\u003c\/i\u003e walks you through exactly why and how to become an impact investor. You'll discover the tools that impact investors use to create measurable impact and strong financial returns. Finally, you'll find the author's persuasive and compelling arguments for why impact investing represents the future of capitalism and how you can manage your own portfolio to benefit from this approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePraise for\u003c\/i\u003e THE LITTLE BOOK OF IMPACT INVESTING\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for new and experienced impact investors. Priya Parrish demonstrates how smart investing can drive both financial success and societal impact, providing valuable insights and examples for retail and institutional investors alike.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--LUKAS WALTON, \u003c\/b\u003e Founder and CEO, Builders Vision \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Priya Parrish's \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Impact Investing\u003c\/i\u003e is a terrific guide to investing in for-profit, positive impact companies. Drawing from her long experience, Parrish shares actionable advice to help others succeed in this dynamic segment of the global impact investing field.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--DEBRA SCHWARTZ, \u003c\/b\u003e Managing Director of Impact Investments, MacArthur Foundation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Some of the world's biggest challenges also make great investment opportunities. As a trailblazer in the field of impact investing, Priya Parrish's book teaches effective investment strategies to drive access to quality healthcare, world class education, clean air and water, and healthy and affordable food, all while earning a profit.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ALEXANDER CHALOFF, \u003c\/b\u003e Chief Investment Officer, Bernstein Private Wealth Management \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Priya Parrish provides a masterful guide to transform anyone into an impact investor. The frameworks, examples, and personal stories illuminate the vast range of opportunities for individuals to align their financial and social impact objectives. The book is an indispensable resource for understanding the promise and challenges of the rapidly growing impact investing ecosystem.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ROBERT H. GERTNER, \u003c\/b\u003e Joel F. 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