Acumen
Careers at Acumen
Acumen is changing the way the world tackles poverty by investing in companies leaders and ideas. We invest patient capital in businesses whose products and services are enabling the poor to transform their lives. Founded by Jacqueline Novogratz in 2001 Acumen has invested more than $88 million in 82 companies across Africa Latin America and South Asia. We are also developing a global community of emerging leaders with the knowledge skills and determination to create a more inclusive world. This year Acumen was named one of Fast Company's Top 10 Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Companies.
Escape's take on Acumen
Acumen stands out as a non-profit impact investment fund with a heart for innovation and social good. They're on a mission to empower underserved communities in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia by supporting small to medium enterprises with daring ideas. Their vibe? Bold and dynamic, a place where passionate individuals collaborate towards meaningful change rather than just steering a corporate machine. Focusing on tech-enabled healthcare solutions in the U.S. through Acumen America, they tackle health equity with a keen eye on Medicaid, offering a thrilling mission-driven alternative to typical desk jobs. Expect to engage with cutting-edge ideas and a team that feels more like family.
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