Social Investment Managers and Advisors

Social Investment Managers and Advisors (SIMA) is an SEC-registered investment and advisory firm established in 2015 by Asad Mahmood and Michael Rauenhorst, both seasoned professionals in impact investing. With over two decades of combined experience, the firm's principals have facilitated investments exceeding $2 billion in over 250 social enterprises across 50 countries. SIMA operates in three main areas: Asset Management, Advisory and Philanthropic Services, and the establishment of social businesses, focusing on for-profit ventures that align with financial, social, and environmental objectives. The firm collaborates with a diverse range of investors, including individuals and institutions, to create investment opportunities that minimize risk while driving positive economic and social outcomes. SIMA emphasizes improving living standards for communities in low-income regions, particularly through sectors like solar energy, financial inclusion, and affordable housing. With a significant presence in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, SIMA ensures effective engagement with the local context. Furthermore, the firm is committed to advancing impact investing through initiatives like the SIMA Impact Foundation and Sow Good Investments, which seek to empower communities and address critical social and environmental challenges.