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Bridges Ventures
Bridges Fund Management is a global leader in sustainable and impact investing, focused exclusively on solutions that help decarbonise the economy or enable...
Overview
Bridges Fund Management is a global leader in sustainable and impact investing, focused exclusively on solutions that help decarbonise the economy or enable more people to fulfil their potential. The firm operates across three platforms: Property, Private Equity, and Outcomes Partnerships. Bridges has more than 20 years of experience identifying areas where a focus on sustainability and impact can drive attractive investment returns alongside positive environmental or social outcomes.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
2002
Location
Region
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
City
London
Corporate office
London, United Kingdom
Additional offices
New York, United States
Principals
Michele Giddens
Co-founder & CEO
Brian Eno
Co-founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Bridges Ventures?
Michele Giddens serves as CEO and co-chair of the investment committee. The firm deploys a team-based approach across its three verticals, with dedicated heads for each strategy: Sustainable Growth, Property, and Evergreen (per the firm's website).
How does Bridges Ventures source proprietary deal flow?
Bridges sources through a network of UK and European intermediaries, its own impact advisory arm (Bridges Impact Advisory), and direct relationships with social enterprises and community development organizations. The firm's B Corp status and 20-year track record generate inbound interest from founders seeking impact-aligned capital (per the firm).
Does Bridges Ventures participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Bridges primarily executes direct investments through its closed-end funds, but it has occasionally made co-investments alongside other impact-oriented limited partners. The firm does not operate a fund-of-funds or commit to external managers (per the firm's public documents).
Which sectors does Bridges Ventures explicitly avoid?
The firm excludes investments in fossil fuels, tobacco, gambling, weapons, and any activity that undermines the UN Sustainable Development Goals it prioritizes. Its exclusion list is publicly available in its Responsible Investment Policy (per the firm).
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