Global Change Impact Investing Alliance

The Global Change Impact Investing Alliance (GCIIA) is a 100% female-owned private investment firm based in South Africa. The firm focuses on investing in early and growth stage enterprises and funds with the intention to generate social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. GCIIA aims to empower communities, create jobs for young people, sustain growth, and preserve peace through its investments. The main areas of investment include the protection of natural ecosystems, poverty alleviation, technology enablement for sustainable growth, and the creation of learning hybrids that support social and environmental impact. GCIIA is committed to fostering positive change in communities by supporting enterprises that align with these objectives. The firm is led by Executive Director and Founder Kalay Chetty, who has close to 20 years of experience in leading business transformation and investment projects for organizations. She is also part of the Deloitte Alumni, where she gained a strong foundation in leading change programs early in her career. Under her leadership, GCIIA continues to support and mentor invested enterprises, enabling them to become accelerators of change in their communities. The firm is dedicated to making a measurable impact through its investments, focusing on sectors that contribute to sustainable development and social well-being. GCIIA's approach combines financial acumen with a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility, ensuring that its investments not only yield financial returns but also drive meaningful change in society. By focusing on these key areas, GCIIA strives to create a lasting positive impact on communities and the environment, aligning with its mission to generate both financial returns and social value through its investment activities.

Enterprises and funds in early or growth stages, Alignment with social and environmental impact objectives, Potential for financial return alongside impact