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DEG Impact
DEG Impact was established in 2020 by Thomas Klein. It functions as a direct subsidiary of DEG, itself owned by the KfW Group. The firm provides investment...
Overview
DEG Impact was established in 2020 by Thomas Klein. It functions as a direct subsidiary of DEG, itself owned by the KfW Group. The firm provides investment and advisory services with an explicit focus on emerging and frontier markets. The firm deploys capital through fund commitments and co-investments. It maintains active memberships in AVCA and LAVCA. Partners include the European Union, which supplies partial guarantees for the Global Growth Guarantee Fund, and OeEB, with which it frequently co-invests. Geographic reach covers Africa, Latin America, and other emerging regions. Marian Klemm of DEG Impact chairs the board of Forum Nachhaltige Geldanlagen. No dated operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
2020
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Germany
City
Cologne
Corporate office
Cologne, Germany
Principals
Thomas Klein
Managing Director and Co-Founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at DEG Impact?
Thomas Klein serves as Managing Director and Co-Founder. Investment activity occurs within the governance framework of parent DEG and the KfW Group.
How is DEG Impact related to DEG and KfW?
DEG Impact is a direct subsidiary of DEG, which belongs to the KfW Group. Capital and mandates flow through this ownership chain.
Does DEG Impact participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm engages in both fund commitments and co-investments. It partners with OeEB on multiple emerging-market fund investments.
What geographic regions does DEG Impact target?
Activity centers on emerging and frontier markets, with documented participation in Africa and Latin America through AVCA and LAVCA memberships.
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