Deetken Impact

06/05/2026

We are proud of our growing team of diverse and talented investment professionals and are excited for you to get to know them better!

Meet Magali Lamyin, Managing Partner of Deetken Impact. In this blog, she shares about her Cuban heritage, her relentless advocacy for gender equality, and Deetken Impact’s origin and over a decade of growth, from its roots in Peru to the international team of today.

Get to know Magali at: https://deetkenimpact.com/blog/meet-the-team-magali-lamyin/



ITAM, University of British Columbia, BC Council for International Cooperation, Pro Mujer, Cartier Women's Initiative, SVX MX, BancodeMéxico, IESE Business School, PwC

Meet Magali Lamyin - a Managing Partner of Deetken Impact, in our monthly team member profile blog series.

06/03/2026

Green finance has a critical role to play in advancing both climate resilience and economic opportunity, but only if capital reaches the communities and entrepreneurs driving solutions on the ground.

Last week at GLI Forum LATAM 2026 in Lima, Peru, Partner Carl Black and Senior Impact & Gender Officer Rachel Murphy joined leaders from across the ecosystem to advance gender lens investing as a driver of inclusive economic development and gender equality in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Rachel also participated in the session Green Finance at Scale: Canadian Investment Mobilizing Impact, alongside Caterina Oliva-Monti Hayden from Field Support Services Peru-FSSP (Canadian Cooperation), Belisario Morán from COFIDE, and Catalina Jimenez Bernal from Développement international Desjardins - DID. The discussion highlighted how catalytic capital, technical assistance, and strong partnerships between investors, financial institutions, and local actors can help unlock private investment for climate solutions while expanding economic opportunities for women. Drawing on lessons from across the region, they explored what it takes to structure financing mechanisms that reach underserved markets, strengthen resilience, and create pathways for impact at scale.

As momentum around green finance continues to grow, the conversation is shifting from whether capital is available to how it can be structured, deployed, and scaled more effectively. Thank you to Pro Mujer for another inspirational event, and to fellow speakers for an engaging discussion on the future of inclusive climate investing and the actions needed today to build a more resilient tomorrow.




UN Women, CAF - banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe, Red de Impacto, ImpactAlpha, Forbes Perú, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, SVX MX, BC Council for International Cooperation

05/29/2026

From investment trends to grid modernization, the conversations shaping Latin America’s energy future were front and center at the recent Future Energy Summits in Guatemala and Mexico. Deetken Impact’s Laura Sanz Fernandez, Alejandra Revueltas, and Regina Cuadra joined industry leaders, investors, and partners to explore the momentum building across renewables, storage, and energy infrastructure in the region.

Connecting with longtime colleagues and new industry partners, the summits offered valuable opportunities to exchange perspectives on where capital can accelerate inclusive climate solutions and strengthen energy resilience across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Thank you to the Future Energy Summit team for convening such impactful spaces for local and international players to dialogue and collaborate, we’re already looking ahead to continuing the conversation at the next stop on the FES tour.



Vive Energía, Skysense, Schletter Group, Blue Global Energy, ATA Insights, Invest in Latam, Energía Estratégica, SVX MX, AMIF Asociación Mexicana de la Industria Fotovoltaica

05/28/2026

For the first time last week, Deetken Impact Managing Partners Alexa Blain and Erik Wallsten were proud to participate in Impacta Mais 2026 - the largest impact stage in Brazil and a leading gathering for the country’s impact investing and social innovation ecosystem.

Over two dynamic days, the conversations reinforced a powerful message: impact is no longer a parallel agenda. Across sectors, impact is increasingly at the center of discussions on economic development, investment, innovation, and the future of Brazil.

From productive inclusion and territorial development to the growing momentum behind Brazil’s socio-bioeconomy, the forum highlighted both the complexity of today’s challenges and the strength of the ecosystem working to address them. We were inspired by the entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, accelerators, and community leaders building pathways toward a more inclusive and sustainable economy.

A special highlight was hearing from Erik during a session on how international investors view Brazil in practice. Alongside fellow panelists Alfredo Villalonga, Jayme Queiroz, and Henrique Bussacos, they explored the opportunities, challenges, and global perception of Brazil’s evolving impact investing landscape.

Thank you to Impacta Mais, Impact Hub São Paulo, and all of the organizations and individuals contributing to such meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and action.



The Nature Conservancy, Stanford Social Innovation Review Brasil, Stanford Social Innovation Review en Español, Programa da ONU para o Meio Ambiente, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, SVX MX, Impact Hub Network, ApexBrasil

05/27/2026

Alongside leading investors, policymakers, project developers, and ecosystem leaders advancing climate investment opportunities across Brazil, Deetken Impact's Managing Partners Erik Wallsten and Alexa Blain were pleased to attend Brazil Climate Investment Week 2026 in São Paulo for the second year in a row.

Throughout the week, discussions on nature-based solutions, carbon markets, renewable energy, and ocean-climate investment made one thing clear: Brazil has the projects, expertise, and momentum - and the market is entering a new phase focused on ex*****on and scale.

From the Converge Capital Conference and NbS Investment Summit to strategic roundtables connecting global allocators with local developers, the week showcased the growing maturity of Brazil’s climate investment ecosystem and the increasing mobilization of institutional capital into high-impact opportunities.

We were especially encouraged by the strong recognition of Brazilian operational expertise and the collaborative, action-oriented dialogue taking place across the ecosystem. Events like BCIW play an important role in strengthening the partnerships and capital flows needed to accelerate climate solutions throughout the region.

Thank you to all of the organizers, partners, and participants driving this important work forward.



Instituto Clima e Sociedade, ImpactAlpha, Latimpacto, United Nations Global Compact

05/22/2026

Expanding access to clean, reliable energy in underserved communities is critical to building a more inclusive and resilient future.

In a new case study from LAVCA, the growth of Dispower E.S.P. highlights the important role that gender-smart, locally grounded capital can play in scaling climate solutions across emerging markets. The case study explores how expanded access to decentralized solar infrastructure is helping strengthen energy resilience, support rural economic development, and improve quality of life for underserved communities across Colombia.

We’re proud to support Dispower as it continues to expand access to clean energy in rural regions, and grateful to LAVCA for featuring this investment story and the broader potential for impact-driven private capital in Latin America.

Read the full case study athttps://www.lavca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Deetken-Impact-Dispower-Deal-Case.pdf



Catherine Donnelly Foundation, Oakville Community Foundation, Pro Mujer, ImpactAlpha, NextBillion.net, Amazon.com, Reckitt, The Skoll Foundation, UPS, Visa, Forbes Colombia

05/22/2026

Gender lens investing in Latin America has entered a new phase, one defined by ex*****on at scale.

Deetken Impact’s Partner Carl Black and Senior Impact Officer Rachel Murphy will be attending this year’s GLI Forum LatAm 2026, a long-standing convening that continues to shape the evolution of gender-smart investing across the region.

Rachel will also contribute to the dialogue through a session exploring how Canadian capital is being deployed to advance climate solutions that integrate gender equality from the outset - highlighting the role of blended finance, technical assistance, and strategic partnerships in scaling both impact and performance.

Over the years, the Forum has grown into a central platform for the ecosystem; bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and institutions to move beyond theory and toward implementation. This year’s focus on technology, territory, and collective power reflects a broader shift: from proving the model to scaling what works, particularly in reaching women in rural and underserved communities.

If you’ll be attending, we welcome the opportunity to connect in person.





Pro Mujer, SVX MX, UN Women, CAF - banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe, Développement international Desjardins - DID, Fundación WWB Colombia, Red de Impacto, ImpactAlpha, Forbes Perú, ONU Mujeres, SEMANAeconómica

05/13/2026

Brazil continues to emerge as a dynamic market for impact investment, and we’re looking forward to being part of the conversation on the ground.

Deetken Impact Managing Partners Erik Wallsten and Alexa Blain will be attending Impacta Mais 2026 in São Paulo on May 20–21, joining a cross-sector group of investors, operators, and policymakers shaping the future of the impact economy. Erik is honoured to be a speaker in this forum known for convening voices that are not only thinking about solutions, but actively deploying capital and building models that can scale - an increasingly important shift as the market continues to mature.

As we deepen our engagement in Brazil and across the region, these moments of exchange play a critical role in strengthening the ecosystem and advancing investment approaches that deliver both performance and measurable outcomes.

If you’re planning to attend, you can learn more and register at https://impactamais.com/ using the code DESCONTO-20 for 20% off.

We hope to see you there, reach out to connect with Erik and Alexa in person.



Impact Hub São Paulo, The Nature Conservancy, Stanford Social Innovation Review Brasil, Programa da ONU para o Meio Ambiente, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada

05/07/2026

Regenerative investment is gaining real traction across Latin America, and Colombia is quickly becoming a hub for that momentum.

Deetken Impact Managing Partner Erik Wallsten will be speaking at LARIS 2026, taking place May 12 - 14, joining a diverse group of practitioners, investors, and ecosystem builders working to accelerate the transition toward regenerative economies in the region.

What makes this convening particularly compelling is its focus on connecting two worlds that don’t always have the opportunity to engage: community-led regeneration and impact-driven climate finance. As capital increasingly looks toward nature-based solutions, agriculture, and territorial approaches, the ability to align local knowledge with scalable investment strategies will be critical. LARIS creates space for exactly that - bringing together those working on the ground with those structuring and deploying capital at scale.

As we continue to explore investment opportunities across Latin America, conversations like these are essential to shaping approaches that are not only environmentally sustainable, but also economically viable and locally grounded.

If you’ll be in Bogotá, we hope to connect.



SVX MX, IDRC / CRDI, IDB Lab, IDB Invest, MEDA, TNC Latinoamérica, Bancolombia, Fundación Santo Domingo, MCE Social Capital

05/05/2026

There’s something irreplaceable about time spent together.

Last week, our remote team travelled from Mexico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, to gather at our Vancouver headquarters for a week of collaboration, connection, and shared momentum. It was especially meaningful to spend time with new team members, building relationships in person that strengthen how we work together across borders year-round.

Beyond the meetings, we made space to experience the city; exploring Granville Island, fitting in a few pickleball matches, and enjoying some incredible local food. These moments are crucial for building trust, sparking ideas, and reinforcing the human side of a remote-first team.

We were fortunate to hold meetings at the University Women's Club of Vancouver, a space with a powerful legacy. Founded to support women pursuing higher education, the Club continues to champion intellectual engagement, public discourse, education, and community impact. Their mission - to foster connection, advance equity, and support women’s leadership - resonates deeply with our own work at Deetken Impact.

A reminder that while remote work enables global reach, it’s these moments of in-person connection that bring our purpose to life.