Happiness Capital | Certified B Corp

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving to our US colleagues! 🍁 This week, we come together to express gratitude - for the partnerships, teamwork, and achievements we’ve shared Thanksgiving reminds us to reflect on the good things that bring us together, and we’re truly thankful for all of you And a special shoutout to *Peach* and *Blossom*, the lucky turkeys pardoned by President Biden this year! 🎉 We wish them a long, happy life filled with all the corn and sunshine they could dream of. 🌽☀️ Here’s to a season of gratitude, togetherness, and joy. Wishing you and your families a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧡 #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Teamwork #HappyHolidays

🌿✨ 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🌱🌍 Our latest portfolio deep dive explores MicroHarvest’s groundbreaking approach to protein production. The strides they've made in advanced biomass fermentation technology enable this incredible team to lead the charge in alternative proteins and drive adoption of sustainable food systems Read it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRwYkF6H Delighted to be working with Katelijne Bekers Jonathan Roberz and Luísa Cruz 🌱🚀 #FoodTech #Sustainability #AlternativeProtein #MicroHarvest #FutureOfFood #Innovation #HappinessCapital #GreenTech #CircularEconomy 

🌱✨ In Part Three of our Happiness Return series, we demonstrate how we apply the Happiness Return Framework in practice with case studies from our portfolio companies: Plantix and Redefine Meat 👩🏽🌾 Plantix an AI-powered app for plant disease detection, has changed the game for farmers worldwide, with 81% of users unable to find any comparable solution 🥩 Redefine Meat make plant-based meats that combine the flavor and texture you love all whilst using 96% less water than traditional beef production With these case studies we want to demonstrate the powerful impact our portfolio companies are generating and how we use the Happiness Return to blend purpose with performance Thanks you as always to Jed Emerson, SVT Group and 60 Decibels for your support #HappinessReturn #Sustainability #Plantix #RedefineMeat #ImpactInvesting 🔗 in the comments below 👇

📊 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 🌍 This powerful framework, published in the Harvard Business Review and Stanford Social Innovation Report, evaluates investments through a comprehensive lens that includes both quantitative and qualitative assessments The Happiness Return score ranges from 0 to 2.0, providing a comparable metric to traditional financial returns while considering social equity and environmental sustainability 🤝 Key steps in calculating the Happiness Return include: 🙋♀️ Stakeholder Identification: Recognising affected groups and assessing their experiences 📝 Impact Evaluation: Analysing specific conditions impacted by the investment ✅ Perception Measurement: Gauging stakeholders' views on changes experienced By adopting this framework, investors can make informed decisions that align financial success with societal well-being Explore how the Happiness Return can guide your investment strategies toward creating sustainable value! Read more here ➡  https://lnkd.in/eV9qi4w7 Thanks to Jed Emerson SVT Group 60 Decibels #HappinessReturn #InvestmentStrategy #SocialImpact #Sustainability #DataDrivenInvesting

🌿✨ 𝙈𝙞𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙃𝙖𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩: 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🌱🌍 At Happiness Capital, we’re proud to support founders like Katelijne Bekers at MicroHarvest, a company revolutionising the food industry by converting agricultural bi-products into high protein solutions. Starting with pet-food and aquaculture, the team's game changing approach harnesses biomass fermentation to create sustainable and planet friendly protein sources for a growing global population. 🌾🍽️ Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRwYkF6H #FoodTech #Sustainability #AlternativeProtein #MicroHarvest #FutureOfFood #Innovation #HappinessCapital #GreenTech #CircularEconomy

🌟 We are excited to introduce The Happiness Return, a groundbreaking framework developed by Happiness Capital in collaboration with esteemed partners to redefine the investment landscape! The Happiness Return goes beyond traditional financial metrics, integrating social and environmental impacts into investment evaluations. This innovative approach is backed by industry leaders, including Jed Emerson, a pioneer in impact investing; SVT Group (Sara Olsen and James Dudfield), known for its human-centered impact management; and 60 Decibels, specialists in customer-centric data collection. Together, we aim to create a more inclusive and happiness-oriented investment environment that prioritizes stakeholder well-being alongside financial success. https://lnkd.in/gWaT-dJ8 Join us on this journey as we explore how the Happiness Return framework can transform the way we invest and contribute to a happier world! #HappinessReturn #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #HappinessCapital #SocialImpact #InvestmentInnovation 

🌱 **Better Dairy: Revolutionizing Dairy for a Sustainable Future** 🧀 Learn how Jevan Nagarajah's team at Better Dairy is leading the way with its innovative approach to producing dairy proteins through precision fermentation; creating dairy products, without cows. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3h9qYsZ #Sustainability #FoodInnovation #FutureOfFood #AnimalFreeDairy #HappinessCapital #BetterDairy #ImpactInvesting

🌟 Exciting News for Impact Investors! 🌟 We're thrilled to share our FREE e-book “Investing in Happiness: A Venture Capital Assessment Framework,” co-authored by industry leaders James Dudfield, Sara Olsen, Aaron Mallett, PMP, Jed Emerson, and our own Eric Ng. This e-book, published by Portfolio Management Research, provides a comprehensive framework that integrates social and environmental considerations with financial goals, promoting a holistic approach to investing. Key insights include: - A scoring system that aligns with traditional financial metrics - Strategies for evaluating the broader impact of investments on society and the environment - Real-world applications and case studies demonstrating the framework in action Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your investment strategy and contribute to a happier, more sustainable world. 👉 Download the e-book here: https://lnkd.in/g3tpdX4f #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #ESG #SustainableInvesting #HappinessReturn #SocialImpact #FinancialReturns #InvestmentStrategy

🌱 **Better Dairy: Revolutionizing dairy for a sustainable future** 🧀 We're proud to invest in founders like Jevan Nagarajah at Better Dairy that are creating real change. By producing sustainable, animal-free dairy, Better Dairy are transforming the food industry for the better—without compromising on taste or ethics. 🐄🌍 Learn how Better Dairy is making a difference in the way we think about food and the planet. 🌿 Read more about their incredible journey and our partnership with them here! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3h9qYsZ #Sustainability #FoodInnovation #FutureOfFood #AnimalFreeDairy #HappinessCapital #BetterDairy #ImpactInvesting