MicroVest is pleased to present its 2023 Impact Report. In 2023, we celebrated a remarkable milestone – 20 years of deploying capital, seeking to create pathways out of poverty for millions of hardworking entrepreneurs across emerging markets. Our track record reflects the resilience and determination of our portfolio companies, the trust of our investors, and the efforts of our dedicated team.
With global poverty on the rise for the first time in decades, we are reminded of the importance of ensuring that underserved communities can access capital and build self-sustaining businesses that support their communities and families. Our 2023 Impact Report highlights key milestones, our achievements to date, and what we intend to focus on to enhance our understanding of outcomes at the end borrower level.
Key Highlights from the Report:
+Surpassing $1.7 billion in capital disbursed to support financial inclusion in the markets where we invest.
+A look at MicroVest’s 2023 investments, plus narratives from our investment team.
+An overview of our new Impact Framework, The MicroVest Pyramid of Intentionality, and how we are integrating impact across the investment lifecycle.
+A summary of our impact performance and new metrics we are tracking.
+How we’re seeking to improve our understanding of end borrower outcomes with 60 Decibels and where we want to focus our efforts going forward.
