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QIC has seen its largest mobilisation of volunteering to date with more than 450 employees out in force across 6 cities, proudly contributing to the work of 16 community organisations. Our teams prepared meals and grocery hampers, sorted donated goods, assembled renewable lights and cleared weeds from greenspaces and plastics from beaches in support of members of the community experiencing adversity and contributing to nature conservation projects for the benefit of all. #volunteering #community

From sustainable finance and our first Climate Transition Plan to the next step of our reconciliation journey, our 2024 QIC Sustainability Report highlights our environmental, social and governance initiatives and enhancements of the year, as well as the insights and context that informed them. Read our 2024 QIC Sustainability Report at https://lnkd.in/gRS86Xav #sustainability #ESG

While we wait for #InterestRates to find their new long-run level, how can asset allocators be maximising risk-return trade-offs? Investment Director Matthew Zweifel joins Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter to talk portfolio tweaks in the return of a long-term neutral risk stance. https://lnkd.in/g-gR6SQz

Australia has an opportunity to be a world leader in climate technology and the global net zero transition. Partnering with Virescent Ventures allows QIC to work with an Australian-based climate manager to advance local solutions and support the ongoing market institutionalisation of the climate investment landscape. Today’s announcement via The Australian Financial Review Emma Rapaport Lottie Bryon Nicholas Guest Eden Peterson Kristin Vaughan Ben Gust #climatetech

In setting a new benchmark for evaluating sales attribution and campaign performance, QIC Real Estate’s very own Digital Marketing Manager Nathan Maroon is revolutionising how the shopping centre industry can measure the success of marketing campaign spend.   He’s just been recognised with the 2024 Shopping Centre Council of Australia Frank Lowy Fellowship Highly Commended Award for his demonstrated distinction and commitment to industry excellence, and we couldn’t be more proud. Congratulations, Nathan!

“The lower middle market in #privateequity presents greater scope to drive returns through active ownership, less reliance on leverage and much more independence from macroeconomic cycles.” – QIC Private Equity Head of Europe Rune Jepsen. With local teams in the US, Europe and Australia, QIC Private Equity is plugged in to local market trends and highly responsive to opportunities. Find out more about the appeal of the middle market: https://lnkd.in/g8cp9BNh

Alternative fuels are the leading solutions for long-term #emissions reduction in the maritime and aviation sectors, while #electricvehicles are streets ahead for decarbonising road transport. In our three-part series, we explore the challenges and solutions for each sector, and where opportunities might lie for investors.   Read our Executive Summary today: https://lnkd.in/gRX6QS5b

As we head into 2025, a year the United Nations have declared International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, it’s an exciting time to be working in the #biotech sector. Recently at AusBiotech – Australia’s preeminent event for the global life sciences and biotech economy – QIC’s Erin Clark joined the Life Sciences Queensland Ltd (LSQ) breakfast panel. As Development Director for the Boggo Road Innovation Precinct, Erin shared her insights in an illuminating discussion around building partnerships and precincts to develop enduring biomedical ecosystems. As we move forward, we’re inspired by the potential to shape a thriving, collaborative ecosystem that supports both industry and education, positioning Boggo Road as the leading innovation precinct in the Asia-Pacific.

Say hello to the 77 Venture Fellows! An energised and talented group of women looking to forge careers in Queensland’s VC ecosystem, where gender balance is just as important on the investor side as the founder side.   We’re proud to work with 77 Partners through the Venture Capital Development Fund to support the 12-week program and thank the industry mentors who have generously given their time to educate and inspire.   Brent Watts Matiela Baker Bee Partners #VC #VentureCapital #genderbalance

With promises of tax cuts and tariff hikes, where will a second Trump presidency leave the #US economy and global markets?   Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter are back behind the Take 10 desk to dissect the week of political comebacks, rate decisions and horse races. Don’t miss it: https://lnkd.in/gmCUcr-J #podcast #uselection