Candide Group

Candide Group is an impact investing firm founded in 2015 and based in Oakland, California. The firm directs capital towards social justice and sustainability, aiming to shift investment away from an extractive global economy. Candide Group collaborates with families, foundations, athletes, and cultural influencers who seek to align their financial investments with their values. Through its focus on social justice, the firm invests in companies that prioritize ethical practices and contribute positively to society.

Aner Ben-Ami

Founding Partner

Neal Parikh

Managing Director, Climate Justice Fund

Morgan Simon

Founding Partner

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Totem

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Totem is a digital banking platform designed to enhance financial inclusion for Indigenous communities. Developed and supported by Native Americans, the service offers essential banking facilities including checking accounts, debit cards, and credit-building features through a mobile application. By providing accessible financial products, Totem empowers tribal communities to engage in the modern economy and achieve greater financial independence.

Everytable

Series B in 2020
Everytable is a company focused on providing nutritious and affordable meals through its grab-and-go locations and a tech-driven casual restaurant platform. The business aims to transform the food system by making fresh, healthy food accessible to all. By utilizing a made-from-scratch approach in its kitchen and streamlining operations to reduce costs, Everytable ensures that consumers can easily order wholesome meals online at competitive prices. The overarching goal is to enhance food accessibility and promote healthier eating habits in various communities.

Komaza

Series A in 2017
Komaza is a tech-driven sustainable forestry company founded in 2006 by Tevis Howard. It focuses on transforming the wood industry in Africa through its innovative farmer platform, which integrates technology, training, and services. By partnering with rural farmers to establish virtual plantations and plant woodlots, Komaza aims to create a sustainable wood supply while significantly reducing costs compared to traditional plantations. This approach not only addresses the growing demand for wood and wood products but also empowers small-holder farmers, enabling them to contribute to solving the wood supply crisis in the region.
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