In the latest BMBW podcast episode, Daniel is joined by David Su, a Managing Partner and co-head of the Apax Global Impact team based in New York. Apax Global Impact invests in visionary businesses that deliver tangible impact. It partners with management teams to drive transformational outcomes for people and the planet.
David was drawn to Apax’s authentic approach to impact investing and a large firm's global platform, collaborative culture, and resources. Having spent most of his career on the West Coast, where investors chase the next “unicorn,” David is excited to invest in and work with a different and more meaningful type of “unicorn,” one where the value is not only determined by headline dollars but where valuation and social impact are equally regarded.
Apax’s strategy intertwines impact with financial performance, particularly at scale. While unique impact elements rarely drive alpha, the fund continually enhances business and impact dimensions. Intriguingly, Apax aims for private equity returns that are parallel to traditional funds but with an added layer of positive social and environmental outcomes. David is optimistic, citing increased employee and customer preferences for impactful companies and favorable borrowing conditions for such businesses.
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!