Nina Foote is a Partner and the Head of Growth at Volution, a UK-based venture capital firm that invests in technology companies. With a rich background that spans both the arts and business strategy, Nina’s career took a unique turn after spending 13 years at Christie’s. In this episode, Jenn and Nina discuss the intersection of venture capital, ESG, and sustainable business growth.
Nina also explains how Volution’s bold ESG and Carbon Carry Initiative is incentivising portfolio companies to prioritise sustainability. By offering a share of carry based on ESG performance, Volution is not only holding itself accountable but also driving real impact within its portfolio.
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