What is ClearlySo?
ClearlySo operates as a specialized financial institution that exclusively serves enterprises and funds delivering positive social, ethical, or environmental impact. By providing bespoke advisory services, the firm enables its clients to secure the necessary financing to scale their operations while maintaining their core mission-driven objectives. The company's business model is built upon the premise that financial performance and social impact are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary drivers of long-term value creation. As a leader in the impact investment banking sector, ClearlySo provides the structural expertise required to navigate the nuances of social enterprise funding, ensuring that capital is deployed effectively to address systemic challenges.
How much funding has ClearlySo raised?
ClearlySo has raised a total of $3.9M across 3 funding rounds:
Unspecified
$1.3M
Private Equity
$1.8M
Angel/Seed
$880K
Unspecified (2014): $1.3M with participation from Big Society Capital
Private Equity (2016): $1.8M led by Octopus and Big Society Capital
Angel/Seed (2016): $880K, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in ClearlySo
Big Society Capital
Better Society Capital is the UK's leading social impact investor, dedicated to increasing investments aimed at addressing social issues and inequalities. The company focuses on various investment strategies, including impact venture, social lending, and social property, to support social enterprises and charities.
Octopus
Octopus Investments is the UK's largest provider of specialist tax-efficient investments, focusing on VCTs and inheritance tax solutions. They cater to individual investors, financial advisers, and institutional clients, helping them plan for their financial future while managing high-risk investment options.
What's next for ClearlySo?
Looking ahead, ClearlySo is well-positioned to capitalize on the accelerating shift toward ESG-integrated portfolios and impact-focused asset management. The recent strategic investment provides the necessary runway to expand its advisory capabilities and deepen its penetration into the European market. As the firm continues to refine its service offerings, it is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the impact investment landscape. By fostering deeper collaborations with family offices and institutional investors, ClearlySo aims to further institutionalize the impact sector, ensuring that capital flows are increasingly directed toward sustainable and socially responsible ventures. The firm's trajectory suggests a continued focus on scaling its influence, potentially exploring new financial products that cater to the evolving needs of the modern impact-conscious investor.
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