Ali Najafbagy

Ali Najafbagy is a dedicated impact investor and co-founder of 4impact Capital, a venture capital firm focused on 'tech4good' software ventures in Europe. He is driven by a mission to accelerate the transition to a sustainable world, backing companies that deliver both positive impact and strong financial returns. His awareness of the need for sustainability deepened through his work at Mubadala's green energy branch and later solidified into his current focus on digital tech for good. 4impact+3

With a strong background in finance and engineering, Ali brings a diverse skill set to his investment endeavors. He holds an MSc in Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology and an Executive MBA from Harvard Business School. His career spans senior positions at Goldman Sachs in investment banking, Mubadala, Mubadala GE Capital, and Egon Zehnder, showcasing his expertise in corporate finance, capital markets, and strategic consulting. 4impact+3

Ali is a proponent of the 'double bottom line,' emphasizing that impact investing can achieve both societal good and market-based financial returns. He believes that tech4good solutions, particularly in deeper tech areas like satellite IT, AI, and blockchain, are crucial for addressing global challenges such as climate change and resource scarcity. He actively supports entrepreneurs in measuring and institutionalizing their impact through an 'Impact Thesis' and relevant KPIs. nvp+1

Beyond his professional commitments, Ali is actively involved in promoting sustainability and diversity through unpaid supervisory board positions, including the Number 5 Foundation, Het Nationale Theater, FEM-START (for female entrepreneurs), and Global People (for diversity in business). He also emphasizes personal sustainability at home, influenced by his family. nvp