McKinsey cites Bridges’ influence in helping to take impact investing to the mainstream

6th December 2016

Global management consultancy firm McKinsey & Co have published a research piece discussing how the impact investment industry can increase its influence. To mature and develop, McKinsey argues that the sector needs to focus on the following four areas: professionalising the practice of impact investing, clarifying impact-measurement standards, supporting social enterprises and impact-oriented businesses, and […]

Global management consultancy firm McKinsey & Co have published a research piece discussing how the impact investment industry can increase its influence.

To mature and develop, McKinsey argues that the sector needs to focus on the following four areas: professionalising the practice of impact investing, clarifying impact-measurement standards, supporting social enterprises and impact-oriented businesses, and improving marketing practices and product development.

The articles highlights Bridges’ role as an innovator in the sector, citing successes like The Gym Group.

Read the full article here.

 

 

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