What we do

We invest in entrepreneurs and help them build a more inclusive world.
What we do
Problems we solve

We know what it takes to solve the toughest problems of poverty.
Problems we solve
- Agriculture
- Education
- Energy
- Healthcare
- Workforce
Where we work

We operate in markets where our capital can transform the lives of people left behind by business as usual.
Where we work
Knowledge hub

We learn from every investment we make and every risk we take.
Knowledge hub
- Reports
- Blog
- Case studies
- News
About us

Acumen is a global force of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators working together to break the cycle of poverty.
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Kate Parker

Team

As Chief of Academy, Kate Parker leads the team supporting our fellowship, foundry, and online learning experiences. For the past 25 years, Kate has dedicated her career to education, collaborating with extraordinary teachers, researchers, and institutions to design and support innovative, outcome-driven solutions to critical learning challenges. At Acumen Academy, Kate’s goal is to amplify the efforts of social builders working to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity. Kate received a BA from Reed College.