In today's hyper-competitive Asset Management and Insurance arenas, it can prove especially challenging to build growth platforms that combine sound investment decisions, astute risk management practices, and world-class governance standards to ensure the health and longevity of a business. That becomes even more relevant for innovators across industries and their institutional investors, seeking to implement the operating principles of responsible investing by building focused organizational capabilities and up-skilling their talent bench.During her multi-decade tenure as senior Managing Director, Strategist and Head of Sustainable Investing at a global asset manager, Alessia Falsarone developed the vision, strategy and risk mitigation processes to deliver several billion dollars worth of capital deployment, as well as double-digit growth in credit markets. She is especially adept at connecting her deep network in the Americas, Europe and Asia with opportunities captured through emerging trends in green finance and innovation. In addition, Alessia is backed by strong academic and professional credentials including an MBA, a Master of Science, and certified director status with the National Association of Corporate Directors. Her latest industry contribution, the launch of the Circular Economy hub at the University of Chicago as Executive in Residence, introduces corporate entrepreneurs from all over the world to foundational frameworks that help close funding gaps and enable sustainable innovation. A frequent contributor to international media outlets, she has authored several publications incl. The PayTECH Handbook by Wiley Finance. Her recent book "The Impact Challenge" by Taylor & Francis has scored best-seller status.Her portfolio of board positions include: (1) Independent Director, Generali S.p.A. (STOXX 600 Insurance); (2) Independent Credit Committee Member, Innovate UK Loans Ltd (Government Agency); (3) Operating Board Member, OpenCorporates Ltd (Private; DaaS); (4) Board Chair; former Treasurer, iEarn-USA, World Economic Forum School of the Future (Non Profit; Education).In recognition of Alessia's innovative vision for business and society, she received the Honoree Award by the Women's Venture Fund. A Fellow of the Aspen Institute, Alessia has served as ambassador of the Stanford Loyal initiative and mentor of the MIT ClimateTech Energy Prize. Follow the newsletter: https://rb.gy/eivhrdContact: alefny@gmail.com * Any views expressed are personal and do not reflect any corporate or academic affiliation.