AVPN is proud to host a fireside conversation with Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder & CEO of Acumen and a global pioneer of impact investing.
Jacqueline introduced the concept of “patient capital” — long-term, risk-tolerant investment that bridges philanthropy and markets to build sustainable solutions for poverty. Her work has reshaped how many of us think about capital, dignity, and the role of business in society.
As the largest network of social investors in Asia, AVPN convenes over 750 member organisations across 43 markets, deploying capital across the spectrum — from philanthropy to impact investing — toward climate action, gender equity, and global health. This dialogue invites our community to reflect on a critical question:
Can patient capital serve as a practical “third way” between traditional charity and profit-first markets?
