How to Invest Without Compromising Your Morals with Leslie Samuelrich

How to Invest Without Compromising Your Morals with Leslie Samuelrich

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My guest today is Leslie Samuelrich, the president of Green Century Capital Management. She leads by focusing on the firm's investment strategies, business development and impact investing program. The Green Century Funds have experienced 570% growth under her leadership. Ms Samuelrich holds a BA in economics from Boston College and has more than 25 years of experience in ESG investing, corporate engagement and environmental and public health advocacy. Her comments have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, the New York Times, Responsible Investor, Barons, and many other outlets. She currently serves on the board of directors of the Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment and the advisory board of the Intentional Endowments Network. She has a guest lecture on impact investing at the Wharton school and annually presents at dozens of national and regional industry conferences and events. Ms Samuelrich was honored with the 2019 SRI service award, which recognizes an individual who has demonstrated leadership innovation, high standards of professional conduct and accomplishment and collaboration with other SRI industry leaders. She was also selected as one of the 43 world changing women and conscious business in 2020.

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33:3915 Apr 2020

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Ethical Investing: Leslie Samuelrich on Making Your Money Matter

That's the beauty of investing with your values.

Imagine putting your money where your values are. In this episode of the Hippie Haven Podcast, Callee chats with Leslie Samuelrich, the president of Green Century Capital Management. Leslie, a veteran in the field of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing, shares her wealth of knowledge on how to invest ethically without compromising your morals. With over 25 years of experience, she breaks down the basics of value-based investing and explains why it's more important now than ever.

Leslie dives into the world of Green Century Funds, illustrating how these investments can help you align your financial goals with your ethical beliefs. Whether you're a beginner just dipping your toes into the investing pool or a couple looking to build financial independence together, Leslie offers practical advice on getting started. She also discusses the broader impact of ethical investing on the economy and how it can drive positive change.

With anecdotes from her career and insights from her role in corporate engagement and environmental advocacy, Leslie makes a compelling case for why ethical investing isn't just good for your conscience but also for your wallet. If you've ever wondered how to make your money work for a better world, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how you can invest in a way that reflects your values and contributes to a sustainable future.

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