What is TriLinc Global?
TriLinc Global is all about empowering investors to put their private capital to work in a way that makes a real difference—without sacrificing returns. Their impact investment strategy channels growth and capital to companies, regions, and people who need it most. It’s a win-win: impact investing not only offers attractive financial rewards but also helps change the world for the better. Pretty inspiring, right?
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Here’s a quick snapshot of what TriLinc has achieved so far:
- $1.5 billion financed in term loans and trade finance since 2013.
- Positive impact across 38 developing economies.
- One-third (33.33%) of borrowers contribute to Building Sustainable Communities.
- More than half (57.57%) focus on Strengthening their Workforce.
- Over 40% (41.41%) aim to Enhance their Global Competitiveness.
The Story Behind TriLinc
Founded with a clear mission—to improve the world through investing—TriLinc believes that capital markets hold the key to solving some of the most pressing socioeconomic and environmental challenges. They provide investors access to institutional-class impact strategies, carefully structured to pursue market-rate, risk-adjusted returns while making a positive difference. It’s about harnessing the power of money for good, and doing it smartly.
Mission and Vision
At its core, TriLinc’s mission is straightforward: to improve the world through investing by linking attractive financial returns with social impact, all through large-scale private capital. Their vision? To sponsor the world’s leading platform of institutional-caliber retail and private impact investment solutions that deliver both competitive returns and measurable impact. Ambitious, yes—but that’s the kind of vision that drives real change.
Core Values That Drive TriLinc
TriLinc’s values aren’t just words on a page—they’re the foundation of everything they do:
- Accountability: Profitability and consistency keep the organization’s heart beating strong.
- Humility: Listening and learning from others, always guarding against pride.
- Integrity: Intellectual honesty and reliability are non-negotiable.
- Adaptability: An entrepreneurial mindset fuels creativity and problem-solving.
- Transparency: Open and precise about goals, results, successes, and failures—because learning comes from all of it.
TriLinc’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
What Makes TriLinc Different?
TriLinc stands out thanks to a few key factors. Their unique business model is designed to offer investors what they believe is lower-risk access to meaningful private investment opportunities in select developing economies. Impact is baked into the process with fully integrated ESG screening and impact assessment, which helps mitigate risks and ensures measurable outcomes. Plus, the team is managed by former senior executives from global banks and investment firms, bringing deep asset class expertise. And let’s not forget their global network of on-the-ground partners, providing an extra layer of oversight, risk management, and impact delivery. It’s a comprehensive approach that’s as thoughtful as it is effective.
