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Venture debtGeorgetown · Growth · 25 people tracked
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Investment thesis
IPED is a not-for-profit institution dedicated to poverty reduction and wealth creation by building sustainable micro and small enterprises in Guyana. It provides timely financing alongside technical, managerial and training support to entrepreneurs, aiming to foster a culture of free enterprise and self-employment. The organization emphasizes responsible lending practices, sustainable environmental technologies, and good governance. Established with support from international foundations and the governments of Guyana, the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, IPED has grown to become a principal provider of finance and technical assistance to the small and micro enterprise sector in Guyana.
Source: firm website, verified Nov 1, 2026.
Team · 25 people
from the firm's website
Branch Manager responsible for the Lusignan, Lethem, and Annai branches.
Former General Manager of ICON.
Branch Manager responsible for the Charity, Port Kaituma, and Mabaruma branches.
Branch Manager responsible for the Parika and Pouderoyen branches.
Credit Manager at IPED.
Technical Training Manager of Demerara Distillers Limited.
Chief Internal Auditor at IPED.
Former Marketing Director of Guyana Sugar Corporation and former Chairman of Guyana Publication Inc.
Serves as Chief Executive Officer of IPED.
Company Secretary of DEMLIFE Insurance Company; holds FLMI and ACS credentials.
Retired Major General serving on the IPED board.
Branch Manager responsible for the Bushlot branch.
Branch Manager responsible for the East Bank, Linden, Mahdia, and Soesdyke branches.
Chairman of Demerara Distillers Limited and IPED; holds CCH, FCCA, ACIS credentials.
Branch Manager responsible for the Cotton Field branch.
Economist and business strategist with a Ph.D.
Group CEO of National Hardware Limited.
CEO of Sterling Products Limited.
Business Development and Marketing Manager at IPED.
Legal Manager and Company Secretary at IPED.
Former Chairman of Guyana's Elections Commission (Gecom).
Finance Manager at IPED.
Branch Manager responsible for the Port Mourant, New Amsterdam, and Corriverton branches.
Group Finance Director and Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Demerara Distillers Limited.
Holds an emeritus position at IPED.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does IPED invest at?
- IPED invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does IPED focus on?
- IPED focuses on Fintech, Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is IPED located?
- IPED is headquartered in Georgetown, GY.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelGrow with IPED - Introduction to Budgeting
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Grow with IPED - 16th December, 2022
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