Sandy Rose, CFA

As a consultant, my area of focus is real estate and making the ESG connection between asset owners and capital providers. I specialize in bite-sized strategic projects to keep business moving forward, and just as important, give leaders time to breathe. My roots are in finance, and I continue to lean on its foundation of research, analysis and rigour to integrate sustainability into the investment process and company narratives.

I offer an ‘Expert Resource Service’ for asset managers struggling to resource the responsibilities that come with implementing the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). Whether looking for minimum compliance or global best practices, I meet investors where they are and also offer support for Principle 6 (reporting) as a standalone service.

Tapestry Community Capital

Tapestry Community Capital is on a mission to make investing directly in your community the norm. For over a decade, they have been instrumental in assisting social purpose organizations in Canada in raising funds through the use of community bonds, an innovative social finance tool. To date, their efforts have resulted in over $100 million being raised in community bonds, with the support of more than 4,000 community investors. These funds have been instrumental in driving forward 61 impactful projects across sectors such as affordable housing and sustainable energy.

Community bonds not only provide a means to unlock capital for projects with a positive impact but also offer investors a tangible opportunity to drive change while earning a fair return. Tapestry actively collaborates with organizations throughout the entire process, guiding them in planning, raising, and managing community bonds. Their commitment to providing an exceptional experience ensures that investors are fully supported and engaged every step of the way.