Deetken Impact

Deetken Impact Many of us are looking for sound investments. But few find opportunities that truly make a difference Deetken Asset Management Inc. (DAMI) offers you both.

But few find opportunities that truly make a difference, both to our portfolios and to the communities in which we invest. Our priority is delivering strong, uncorrelated stable returns to our clients. But we differ from other firms in two striking ways:

- One, our geographic focus is the Americas, with a deeper focus on Latin America, a region which -- like other emerging markets -- is projected

to grow at 2x the rate of advanced economies in the next 5 years. Access to capital is necessary to capture this growth.
- Two, we focus our investments on businesses and social enterprises that promote entrepreneurship, provide or improve access to basic services, and have a positive environmental impact. Because we prioritize returns and capital preservation, we strategically hand-pick and rigorously assess our limited number of investees. To qualify, they need to meet our high standards for sustainability and financial performance, which means they represent safe, profitable and previously unexplored avenues of growth for Canadian investors. But our investments are also about supporting entrepreneurs and communities. The businesses we select are poised to provide essential services in their respective countries, from health care and education to clean energy. They are businesses that significantly improve the lives of underserved communities, giving them opportunities for growth and development that would otherwise be unavailable.

We appreciate the deep relationships developed with long time investors like fellow Canadian firm Genus Capital Manageme...
09/02/2026

We appreciate the deep relationships developed with long time investors like fellow Canadian firm Genus Capital Management. Their dedication to advancing gender equity in Latin America & the Caribbean has been invaluable to the success of the Ilu Women's Empowerment Fund.

Learn more about investing with us at deetkenimpact.com/investing



Pro Mujer, IDB Invest, SVX MX

Our team had a closer look at the intersection of forestry, conservation, and community-led climate action during a rece...
08/28/2026

Our team had a closer look at the intersection of forestry, conservation, and community-led climate action during a recent trip in Honduras. Portfolio Officer Betsy Rosales Gaborit and Environmental and Social Analyst Ana Martínez explored opportunities to support sustainable forestry and landscape restoration in and around parque nacional La Tigra, one of Honduras’ most important protected areas and a vital source of water for the capital region.

We were especially interested in learning more about how locally led initiatives are combining native tree planting, ecosystem restoration, and community engagement to strengthen the resilience of these landscapes.

Visits like this are an important part of how we build our understanding of opportunities on the ground and connect with the people and communities shaping sustainable solutions across Latin America and the Caribbean.



CIF, Global Environment Facility, Environment and Climate Change, Plataforma de Inversión de Impacto Centroamericana, SVX MX, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, Devex

Rural and underserved communities across Latin America and the Caribbean are deeply entrepreneurial, but often face limi...
08/28/2026

Rural and underserved communities across Latin America and the Caribbean are deeply entrepreneurial, but often face limited access to capital tailored to their needs. The Ilu Fund focuses on unlocking this potential, investing in women-benefiting enterprises that drive inclusive growth.

Explore how gender equity is embedded into every aspect of our investment strategy at iluwomensempowermentfund.com



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyKtC7QSUjQ

Pro Mujer, SVX MX, IDB Invest

Impact investing is most powerful when strong ideas meet the right ...

We’re pleased to see the Ilu Women’s Empowerment Fund featured in 2X Global’s 2025 Annual Report as an example of invest...
08/26/2026

We’re pleased to see the Ilu Women’s Empowerment Fund featured in 2X Global’s 2025 Annual Report as an example of investment approaches that put women-led community engagement at the center of climate action.

Through Ilu, we’ve seen time and again how women’s leadership and participation is critical to strengthening both climate and commercial outcomes, bringing local perspectives and decision-making into climate solutions and our own investment process.

We’re proud to be part of the 2X Global community and value the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and contribute to a network of organizations advancing gender-smart investment around the world. Thank you to the 2X team for highlighting this work and the collective efforts of its members.

Read the full report at https://www.2xglobal.org/knowledge-hub-blog/2x-global-annual-report-2025



Pro Mujer, SVX MX, ONU Mujeres, IDB Invest

The 2X Global Annual Report 2025 highlights the progress we made together over the past year to advance financing and investing in women. It showcases the collective impact of our members, partners and team in strengthening the field, driving gender-smart finance, and expanding economic and other op

Climate change not only disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, but it also reshapes economic risk. Investing...
08/21/2026

Climate change not only disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, but it also reshapes economic risk. Investing in clean, reliable energy infrastructure isn’t just about climate mitigation; it’s about supporting markets that can grow, adapt, and deliver sustainable, risk-adjusted returns.

Explore what climate-smart investing looks like on the ground at https://deetkenimpact.com/sustainable-energy/



CIF, Global Environment Facility, IDB Lab

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCxNnxbtxTY

The Central American and Caribbean countries include some of the mo...

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08/21/2026

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Come build what’s next with Deetken Impact. We’re hiring for several investment management roles in Bogotá, Mexico City,...
08/18/2026

Come build what’s next with Deetken Impact. We’re hiring for several investment management roles in Bogotá, Mexico City, and Lima.

At Deetken Impact, we combine diverse perspectives, deep regional expertise and a shared commitment to putting capital to work for strong financial performance and measurable impact. Working collaboratively across the firm, our team brings together investment expertise and strategic thinking to drive meaningful results for businesses, communities and investors.

Share with your networks and apply at https://deetkenimpact.com/job-opportunities/

Or send your CV and cover letter to [email protected].



Latimpacto, Devex, The Skoll Foundation, The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, New Energy Events, Future Energy Summit, Red de Impacto, Pro Mujer, Fundación WWB Colombia

How do you measure impact? Beyond the numbers, it’s reflected in stronger financial systems, more resilient communities,...
08/14/2026

How do you measure impact? Beyond the numbers, it’s reflected in stronger financial systems, more resilient communities, expanded opportunity, and the partnerships that make long-term change possible.

In case you missed it, our 2025 Impact Report is available now, sharing the stories, data, and outcomes behind our investments across Latin America and the Caribbean. From advancing the clean energy transition to strengthening gender equality, financial inclusion, and economic opportunity, this report reflects our ongoing commitment to rigorous impact measurement, transparency, and accountability.

As impact investing continues to evolve, so does our conviction that lasting value is created when financial performance and positive impact are pursued together.

Read the full report athttps://deetkenimpact.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-Deetken-Impact-Annual-Report.pdf



Acceso Financiero El Salvador, Acceso Financiero Página Principal Honduras, Avanza Sólido Microfinanciera, Fundación Espoir "Nuestro crédito marca la diferencia", SaludFacil, Confiamos Colombia, VisionFund República Dominicana

As we reflect on the recent International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we recognize the knowledge, leadership,...
08/12/2026

As we reflect on the recent International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we recognize the knowledge, leadership, and stewardship of Indigenous Peoples in shaping a more sustainable future.

In Colombia’s non-interconnected zones, many indigenous communities have historically faced limited access to reliable electricity. Through our portfolio company, Dispower, renewable energy is helping expand access to clean, dependable power while supporting community-led development and creating opportunities for local women to serve as Social Managers, building trust and strengthening the long-term sustainability of these projects.

As we work toward a more inclusive clean energy transition, meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities are essential to ensuring climate solutions are locally driven, equitable, and built to last.

Watch the story of Dispower’s work in Colombia at https://youtu.be/Ge9AC7coiWo



UN Climate Change

An investee of the Ilu Women’s Empowerment Fund, Dispower is a pion...

We are proud of our growing team of diverse and talented investment professionals and are excited for you to get to know...
08/07/2026

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 Didier Alpizar, a Technical Advisor with Deetken Impact. In this blog, he shares about the amazing technological advances he’s seen in renewable energy over the last decade, his passion for the social impacts of clean energy projects, and his family’s roots in Costa Rica.

Get to know Didier at: https://deetkenimpact.com/blog/meet-the-team-didier-alpizar/


Universidad de Costa Rica

Meet Didier Alpizar - Technical Advisor with Deetken Impact Sustainable Energy, in our monthly team member profile series.

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