Ian Simmons
InvestorPrincipal at Blue Haven Initiative
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Writes $250K β $5M checks Β· typically $1M
About
Ian Simmons is Co-Founder and Principal of Blue Haven Initiative, where he oversees a portfolio spanning private and public equity, fixed income, direct investments, alternative investments and philanthropic programs, aimed at generating financial returns alongside social and environmental impact. He has worked in impact investing for two decades and focuses on areas such as clean energy and affordable housing, as well as policies supporting long-term investing and transparency. He graduated with honors from Harvard College in 2000.
Invests in
CleantechEnergyImpact & Social GoodPropTech
Experience
- Blue Haven InitiativeCo-Founder, Principalcurrent2012 β presentCambridge, Massachusetts
Education
- Harvard UniversityAB, Social Studies1994 β 2000
Skills & more
Microsoft OfficeInvestments1Asset ManagementEntrepreneurshipNonprofits1Fundraising1Private EquityFinancial ModelingSocial MediaBusiness StrategyManagement ConsultingSocial Media Marketing
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Event PlanningStrategic PlanningPublic SpeakingFrom Ian's professional profile.
Colleagues at Blue Haven Initiative
Chris Jurgens
Senior Advisor at Blue Haven Initiative
Daniel Wanjira
Managing Director, Strategic Initiatives at Blue Haven Initiative
Dave Horwich
Senior Advisor at Blue Haven Initiative
Dereka Young
Executive Assistant at Blue Haven Initiative
Hari Joy
Managing Director of Private Investments at Blue Haven Initiative
Jennifer Lee
Senior Advisor at Blue Haven Initiative
Jonathan Kirschner
Senior Advisor at Blue Haven Initiative
Karinelis Ayala-Gonzalez
Operations Coordinator at Blue Haven Initiative
Frequently asked questions
- Where does Ian Simmons work?
- Ian Simmons is Principal at Blue Haven Initiative.
- What does Ian Simmons invest in?
- Ian Simmons invests in Cleantech, Energy, Impact & Social Good, PropTech.
- What check size does Ian Simmons write?
- Ian Simmons typically writes checks of $250K β $5M.
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