Alternative Investment Management of STEPs Limited Information

AIM STEPS is an alternative investment management company positioned around social and environmental mandates which takes a consortium approach to impact investing. We manage institutional investor portfolios using innovative structured and synthetic solutions (incl. private equity and quasi-equity instrument) to enable access to opportunities, and derive the best value for all stakeholders. In solving the world’s most complex problems, a multidisciplinary approach is often needed. The same holds true, in our opinion, for addressing the challenges faced by impact investors in emerging economies, especially in the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (“MSME”) sector. Recognizing this early, we have taken a consortium approach by including experts with a proven track record. Our Partners are market leaders and domain experts in their fields, each with a unique set of skills, requisite regulatory licenses, and years of experience. We have already deployed $18 million of financing for 3,500+ enterprises, and now looking to expand portfolio by launching the SR MSME Impact Fund to allow participation in the investment opportunity by institutional investors and international development agencies. Vision To be the best in class impact investment manager by revolutionizing the way financial inclusion of the under-served MSMEs helps to create an attractive investment opportunity for global investors whilst promoting sustainable growth for developing nations. Mission  To deliver market-competitive returns for our valued investors by incorporating innovative technology-enabled processes and data- driven analytics to screen, evaluate and monitor investments in sustainable social businesses in emerging economies.  To provide scale and intelligence to ecosystems of vibrant social businesses which allow participation by investors interested in proactively doing social good to create a sustainable economies.  To bring Bangladesh to the forefront of the global institutional investment community and demonstrate a new paradigm in thought leadership for investment philosophies.