Alix Zwane on what philanthropists can learn from venture capitalists

In this episode, we speak to Alix Zwane who is the CEO of the Global Innovation Fund – an organization that invests in generating and growing products and services that help people on less than $5 a day. During the conversation, Zwane talks about the weaknesses of traditional philanthropy, the challenge of delivering financial returns and social impact, and the solutions she’s invested in that she’s most excited about.

Displaced is produced by the Vox Media Podcast Network in partnership with the International Rescue Committee. 

Find our show notes here: www.rescue.org/displaced

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In this episode, we speak to Alix Zwane who is the CEO of the Global Innovation Fund – an organization that invests in generating and growing products and services that help people on less than $5 a day. During the conversation, Zwane talks about the weaknesses of traditional philanthropy, the challenge of delivering financial returns and social impact, and the solutions she’s invested in that she’s most excited about.

Displaced is produced by the Vox Media Podcast Network in partnership with the International Rescue Committee. 

Find our show notes here: www.rescue.org/displaced

Email us at [email protected]

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