Press Release

Denver, CO – CoPeace PBC is thrilled to announce the appointment of Umadevi Gopaldass to its board of directors.

Gopaldass brings over 30 years of extensive global experience spanning multiple sectors, including engineering, technology, and natural resource management. She is celebrated for driving transformations across industries and revolutionizing global supply chains, capital developments, and enterprise risk governance.

“I am excited and humbled to join the board of CoPeace, a company committed to nurturing and championing early- and growth-stage enterprises aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,” said Gopaldass. “CoPeace, as a pioneering B-Corp financial institution, embodies a powerful mission alongside an exceptional team. I look forward to joining their journey towards even greater success.”

Gopaldass currently serves on the boards of VECKTA Energy, Cascade Energy, and TEDx MileHigh’s Leadership Board. Through her firm Leading Lotus, she empowers executives to navigate business challenges like securing financing, targeting strategic markets, and fostering investor confidence. Previously, she managed global reorganizations, mergers, and acquisitions for industry leaders including Schlumberger, Newmont, and other Fortune 500 companies.

Her corporate governance contributions are accredited by Corporate Directors International. Gopaldass champions diversity, inclusion, and talent engagement as a public speaker, and she received the “Woman of the Year” award for leadership and commitment to mentoring young professionals.

“We are delighted to welcome Umadevi to our board as CoPeace continues its journey towards becoming a publicly traded holding company”, said Craig Jonas, CEO and Founder of CoPeace. “She is bringing invaluable experience and acumen that will further solidify CoPeace’s journey and mission.”

More information about Umadevi Gopaldass can be found HERE on the CoPeace website, or visit her LinkedIn HERE.

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About CoPeace PBC:

CoPeace PBC helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of services in Marketing, Finance, and Tech to small to midsize organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact. As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically, and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion, and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com.

To invest in CoPeace, as an accredited investor please click HERE, or to invest through our crowdfunding campaign please click HERE.

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For media inquiries contact us at marketing@copeace.com.

For further information about CoPeace, or to schedule a meeting please contact us at contact@copeace.com.

CoPeace PBC Announces New Sports Board

Denver, CO – CoPeace PBC continues to expand its reach, and we are thrilled to announce our venture into impact investing within the sports industry through CoPeace Sport PB LLC with the formation of its new CoPeace Sports Board. 

With a team and foundation deeply rooted in sports, including CEO and Founder, Craig Jonas‘s extensive background as an entrepreneur and executive across various sports sectors, we are uniquely positioned to bring impactful investment opportunities to the sports world. Adding to our team, we welcome Kelsey Sloan as Managing Director, whose expertise in athlete management and sport business development, combined with her MBA background, strengthens our ability to grow CoPeace’s investment opportunities for stakeholders in the sports industry.

At CoPeace, we firmly believe that doing well goes hand in hand with doing good. Our commitment to investing in companies that positively impact society and the environment is not only ethically sound but also financially savvy, and the sports world is ready to engage with that opportunity. As we continue to support socially and environmentally impactful companies, we are focusing on additional cash flow support from our investors, and using our backgrounds working in the inner world of sports to bring this investment opportunity to stakeholders in the sports industry. As Nelson Mandela said, “Sport has the power to change the world” and CoPeace is here to harness business to help catalyze the change. 

While our crowdfunding campaign makes it easier for everyone to invest, our accredited investor platform simplifies participation for accredited investors, including the necessary documentation such as the PPM, investor verification, and funds transfer. 

We invite you to review our sports deck for more information and welcome any feedback, questions, or follow-ups you may have. For those attending the Final Four Tournament in Phoenix or Cleveland, we welcome the opportunity to meet in person. Additionally, we are happy to schedule another virtual introductory call or follow-up at your convenience.

Together, let’s #growyourmoneyforgood.

CoPeace is the lead partner for the NABC Service and Advocacy Awards at the 2024 Guardians of the Game Ceremony at the Men’s Basketball Final Four

Phoenix, AZ – CoPeace PBC proudly announces its continued collaboration with the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and extends its heartfelt congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 NABC Guardians of the Game awards. These awards, presented annually at the NABC Convention, honor individuals who embody values of leadership, service, education, advocacy, and inclusion within the basketball community.

The 2024 NABC Guardians of the Game awardees are:

• Leadership: Baylor coach Scott Drew

• Service Presented by CoPeace PBC: Former Kenyon, Hendrix, and Ohio Dominican head coach Dan Priest

• Advocacy Presented by CoPeace PBC: Former Missouri coach Norm Stewart

• Education: Dayton coach Anthony Grant

• Inclusion: Saguaro High School coach Lucas Ramirez

“Coaching transcends the boundaries of the court, impacting lives and communities far beyond the game,” stated Craig Jonas, Founder and CEO of CoPeace PBC. “We are honored to continue our support of the NABC Guardians of the Game awards, and specifically, to present the Service and Advocacy awards to these remarkable individuals.”

Dan Priest, with an illustrious coaching career spanning 24 seasons across Ohio Dominican, Hendrix, and Kenyon, boasts the highest career-winning percentages at both Ohio Dominican and Hendrix during their time in Division III. Renowned for his leadership, Priest has actively participated in various committees, pioneering the engagement of Division III coaches in national issues. Notably, during his tenure at Kenyon, Priest contributed significantly to the NABC Division III Congress and the NABC Division III All-Star Game Committee.

Norm Stewart, the renowned coach at Missouri, achieved remarkable success during his tenure, including 634 wins over 32 seasons and eight Big Eight regular season championships. After facing a colon cancer diagnosis, Stewart collaborated with the NABC and the American Cancer Society in 1993 to establish the Coaches vs. Cancer program. This initiative, now in its 30th season, has raised over $155 million to support critical cancer research and patient care efforts.

“At CoPeace PBC, we believe in the power of sports to drive positive change,” added Jonas. “We commend these Guardians of the Game for their unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and social impact. We are excited to add an award to the women’s final four next year.”

CoPeace PBC remains committed to its mission of supporting impactful initiatives and organizations that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world.

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About CoPeace PBC:

CoPeace PBC is a diversified holding and services company that invests in growing companies demonstrating positive measurable social and environmental impact and strong fiscal health. As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically, and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion, and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. Learn more at copeace.com.

About CoPeace Sport PBLLC:

CoPeace Sport PBLLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of CoPeace PBC and serves as a sports-focused investor arm as well as offering services to clients. With the CoPeace Sport team’s background in the inner workings of the sports industry, from athlete management to media and technology, CoPeace brings an understanding of the language and nuance of what sport stakeholders seek and require in their investment, and make investments that speak to the needs of the sports world.

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For media inquiries contact us at Marketing@copeace.com

For further information about this opportunity, or to schedule a meeting please contact Kelsey Sloan at Sport@copeace.com 

The 13th annual list highlights impact investing industry maturation, as growing number of funds link manager compensation to impact.

NEW YORK, March 12, 2024 — ImpactAssets, the impact investing trailblazer with a decade-plus track record of mobilizing capital for good, today released the ImpactAssets 50™️ (IA 50) 2024, a free publicly available, searchable database of impact investment fund managers globally. The IA 50, now in its 13th year, is designed to offer a simple way to identify experienced and emerging impact investment firms and explore the landscape of potential investment opportunities across diverse impact areas, maturity levels, and geographies.

This year’s list is composed of 155 impact fund managers selected from an unprecedented 343 applications, a submission volume that is 15% higher than last year. This growth signals increased interest in the IA 50, alongside expansion and maturation of the impact investing industry at large. The increasing traction also points to a broader shift that embraces impact investing’s critical role in shaping a sustainable future.

The IA 50 includes three distinct categories based on manager experience: the IA 50, IA 50 Emerging Impact Managers, and IA 50 Emeritus Impact Managers. That diversity of experience makes the list a testament to more recently established, ascending managers as well as the deeply experienced pioneers who have consistently maintained a focus on impactful investments and a commitment to driving social and environmental progress. Among the firms recognized this year, nine have been included on every year’s database since its inception in 2011.

“As we celebrate the 13th anniversary of the IA 50, we are witnessing a pivotal shift in finance more broadly: Impact investing is catalyzing a fundamental reorientation of capital that is attuned to the urgent social and environmental challenges we face globally,” said Jed Emerson, ImpactAssets Senior Fellow, IA 50 Review Committee Chair, and Chief Impact Officer at AlTi Global. “The IA 50 2024 is a testament to the industry’s commitment to harnessing the power of capital for good and a preview of the more systemic integration of impact considerations we can expect in the future.”

Key highlights of the IA 50 2024 include:
• Impact-Linked Compensation on the Rise: This year’s IA 50 managers showcase a marked increase in impact-linked compensation mechanisms, with 23% of all managers stating they integrate impact results into their remuneration strategies. This reflects a notable uptick from the previous year, in which 16% of managers stated they integrate impact into their compensation decisions. This metric highlights a burgeoning trend that rewards not just financial return, but also social and environmental performance.
• No Trade-Off on Financial Returns: This year’s IA 50 fund manager data dispels the myth of a trade-off between financial returns and social good. The majority of IA 50 managers target market rate (43%) and above market rate (31%) returns, proving that impact outcomes do not have to compromise financial outcomes. The performance data is equally telling, with 79% of IA 50 managers meeting their finance return target and 21% surpassing them. This compelling data illustrates that the cadre of IA 50 managers are meeting and exceeding financial benchmarks while driving forward their impactful missions.
• Climate Investment Focus: Impact investors are driving progress against the climate crisis, with 39% identifying environmental impact as their primary investment theme. One quarter (25%) of IA 50 managers focus on clean technology, alternative energy and climate change, making that focus this year’s most represented impact theme.
• Bridging Equity Gaps for Diverse Beneficiaries: The IA 50 reveals that gender, racial and economic diversity are a focus area for fund managers. One-fifth (20%) of IA 50 managers invest in financial inclusion via microfinance, SME finance, and/or CDFIs, which are instrumental in narrowing the equity gap by providing critical financial services to marginalized communities. Many IA 50 managers are prominently aligned with key Sustainable Development Goals, targeting, among others, No Poverty (12%), Reduced Inequality (13%) and Decent Work and Economic Growth (19%). The concentrated efforts to elevate traditionally marginalized groups – including an emphasis on supporting underserved communities – affirms the industry’s dedication to a more equitable and just society.
• Diverse Fund Leadership: This year’s IA 50 features the most diverse applicant pool ever, with a substantial 60% of applicants boasting investment teams composed of over 50% women and/or people of color. This growth in diversity within leadership positions outpaces previous years, with Emerging Impact Manager applicants leading at 72%, ahead of the core list at 53%, and Emeritus Impact Manager applicants at 46%.

“The IA 50 has become a trusted resource in the industry, not only for its comprehensive listing but also for its rigorous selection process managed by a diverse and expert review committee,” said Sandra Osborne Kartt, CFA, Deputy Chief Investment Officer of ImpactAssets Capital Partners. “The record number of applications this year reflects the growth and maturation of impact investing in the global financial landscape.”

“Year after year, the IA 50 stands as an essential guide for everyone in the financial ecosystem — from individual investors to global corporations — enabling them to discover and engage at the forefront of impact investing,” added Malaika Maphalala, CPWA®, IA 50 Review Committee Member, and Wealth Advisor and Trust Steward, Natural Investments PBLLC. “The database encapsulates the pulse of the industry, providing a snapshot of the firms poised to make a significant difference through their investments.”

In addition to Jed Emerson and Malaika Maphalala, the ImpactAssets IA 50 Review Committee includes a distinguished group of investors, managers, and practitioners who are recognized as trailblazers and authoritative experts in the field.

The IA 50 Review Committee includes: Andrew Lee, Managing Director, Global Head of Sustainable and Impact Investing, UBS Global Wealth Management; Christina Leijonhufvud, CEO, BlueMark and Co-Founder, Tideline; Cynthia Muller, Director of Mission Investment, W.K. Kellogg Foundation; Jennifer Kenning, CEO & Co-Founder, Align Impact; Justina Lai, Chief Impact Officer and Shareholder, Laird Norton Wetherby; Karl “Charly” Kleissner, Ph.D., Co-Founder of Toniic and KL Felicitas Foundation; Kate Starr, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer, Flat World Partners; Lauren Booker Allen, Partner, Head of Impact Advisory, Jordan Park; Liesel Pritzker Simmons, Co-Founder and Principal of Blue Haven Initiative; Margret Trilli, CEO and Chief Investment Officer, ImpactAssets; Mark Berryman, Managing Director of Impact Investing, The CAPROCK Group; Rehana Nathoo, Founder & CEO, Spectrum Impact; Ronald A. Homer, Chief Strategist, Impact Investing, RBC Global Asset Management (US) Inc.; and Stephanie Cohn Rupp, CEO and Partner, Veris Wealth Partners.

The application analysis and manager review for the IA 50 is led by ImpactAssets Capital Partners.

About CoPeace PBC:
CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. An impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of services in Marketing, Finance, and Tech to small to midsize organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact. As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically, and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion, and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission.
“CoPeace is honored to be chosen as an Impact Assets Top 50 Emerging Impact Manager for 2024. This marks our second consecutive year of recognition and is a testament to the real impact work done by our entire certified B Corp team and the leadership of our portfolio companies. Thank you again to IA’s generous recognition and we look forward to another successful year of investor stewardship.” – Andy Eckert, COO of CoPeace PBC.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, as an accredited investor please visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details, and as a non-accredited investor please visit https://wefunder.com/copeace.

About the ImpactAssets 50:
The IA 50 is the first publicly available database that provides a gateway into the world of impact investing for investors and their financial advisors, offering an easy way to identify experienced impact investment firms and explore the landscape of potential investment options. The IA 50 is intended to illustrate the breadth of impact investment fund managers operating today, though it is not a comprehensive list. Firms have been selected to demonstrate a wide range of impact investing activities across geographies, sectors, and asset classes.

The IA 50 is not an index or investable platform and does not constitute an offering or solicitation to buy or sell securities or a private placement or recommend specific products. Nor is this an endorsement of any of the listed fund managers. It is not a replacement for due diligence. To be considered for the IA 50 2024, fund managers needed to have at least $25 million in assets under management, more than three years of experience as a firm with impact investing, documented social and/or environmental impact, and be available for U.S. investment. Additional details on the selection process are available here.

The IA 50 Emerging Impact Managers list is intended to spotlight newer fund managers to watch that demonstrate potential to create meaningful impact. Criteria such as minimum track record or minimum assets under management may not be applicable.

The IA 50 Emeritus Impact Managers list illuminates impact fund managers who have achieved consistent recognition on the IA 50.

About ImpactAssets:
ImpactAssets is an impact investing trailblazer dedicated to changing the trajectory of the planet’s future and improving the lives of all people. As a leading impact investing firm, ImpactAssets offers deep strategic expertise to help its clients define and execute on their impact goals. Founded in 2010, ImpactAssets increases flows of money to impact investing in partnership with its clients through its impact investment platform, philanthropic solutions, and field-building initiatives, including the IA 50 database of private debt and equity impact fund managers. ImpactAssets has more than $3 billion in assets, working with purpose-driven individuals and their wealth managers, family offices, foundations, and corporations. ImpactAssets is an independent 501(c)(3) organization.

About ImpactAssets Capital Partners
ImpactAssets Capital Partners PB LLC is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. ImpactAssets Capital Partners is a public-benefit LLC fully owned by ImpactAssets. ImpactAssets Capital Partners was created to bring the ImpactAssets platform and customized investment services to institutional investors.

Media Contact:
Sophie Ruppert
Managing Director, CoPeace Marketing
Marketing@copeace.com

DENVER, CO (January 24, 2024) – CoPeace PBC, is proud to unveil its latest strategic investment in Lost Woods Whiskey Company, an American Single Malt Whiskey brand committed to producing exceptional whiskey while championing sustainability and positive community impact.

Lost Woods Whiskey Company, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is renowned for crafting high-quality, award-winning spirits. Not only has the company implemented innovative practices to reduce its environmental footprint, including sourcing locally grown ingredients, implementing energy-efficient processes, and actively participating in community initiatives, the Lost Woods’ flagship whiskey also won double Gold at the renowned San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2021 and 2022, and added a Platinum award in 2023. CoPeace’s investment aims to further support Lost Woods Whiskey Company’s growth and its positive impact on both the local community and the broader industry.

“We are excited to welcome Lost Woods Whiskey to the CoPeace family,” said Craig Jonas, CEO and Founder of CoPeace. “Their fervent commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and ethical business practices perfectly aligns with our values. This investment is a testament to our ongoing dedication to building a diverse and impactful portfolio that generates positive returns for both investors and society.”

“I am grateful and excited for Lost Woods Whiskey Company to join the CoPeace family of holdings,” said Tom Schaeppi, Lost Wood Whiskey Company Founder and CEO. “We were meant to work together. This investment will not only fuel our expansion but also enable us to amplify our efforts to make a positive difference in the world. We look forward to a successful and impactful collaboration with CoPeace.”

“I am very excited about the partnership between Lost Woods Whiskey and CoPeace. Pairing an award winning whiskey whose brand ethos is all about making a difference in the world with an organization whose very purpose is to help businesses that will be both financially successful and help create a more sustainable future thrive and grow is simply perfect”. Joel Walters, Board Member Lost Woods Whiskey Company.

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About Lost Woods Whiskey Company
Lost Woods Whiskey Company is celebrated for its premium American single malt whiskey offerings. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainable and ethical practices throughout its production processes. From sourcing local and organic ingredients to implementing eco-friendly packaging, Lost Woods is at the forefront of the sustainable spirits movement, and an aspiring B Corp. Founded on a passion for bringing people together in the outdoors, Lost Woods is committed to giving back 1% of all sales to organizations supporting the environment.

About CoPeace PBC
CoPeace PBC is a pioneering holding company, and certified B Corp, that invests in companies dedicated to promoting positive social and environmental impact. By investing in companies that align with our values and commitment to sustainability, CoPeace aims to build a portfolio that delivers both financial returns and a meaningful impact on society.

Media Contact:
Sophie Ruppert
Managing Director, CoPeace Marketing
Marketing@copeace.com

DENVER (January 23, 2024) – CoPeace PBC, is delighted to announce the addition of two key professionals to its leadership team, as the innovative impact-holding company positions for its next phase of growth. Andy Eckert takes on the role of Chief Operating Officer, and Derek Scott joins the team as Vice President of Marketing.

Andy Eckert first began working with the CoPeace team in an advisory role in 2022 and has provided leadership support as fractional COO since October, 2023. He brings a wide range of leadership skills to the team, having served most recently as Partner in ARC Angle, an advisory firm to small-to-mid-market manufacturing companies. Before ARC Angle, Andy was a seed investor in five startup companies from 2018-2020 including Modist Brewery in Minneapolis, MN. He is also the former President and CEO of Imperial Plastics – a leading engineered plastic component supplier to numerous Fortune 500 companies – which he led for three years from 2015-2018. Prior to Imperial, he joined Tennant Company in December 2002 and assumed several executive roles including Vice President, Americas in 2009 and Senior Vice President, Americas in 2013. Before joining Tennant in 2002, Mr. Eckert was with Storecast Merchandising Corporation as Senior Vice President of Performance and he earned his start with General Mills, Inc. in a number of sales and marketing leadership positions spanning 15 years.

Derek Scott joins the CoPeace family this week as Vice President of Marketing and brings a rich background as a global, customer-focused, growth-driven marketing and business leader. His most recent role was Group Marketing Leader at Pentair, where he led growth programs in the areas of brand strategy, New Product commercialization, and go-to-market initiatives. Prior to that, Derek held marketing leadership roles at several consumer-driven companies including Textron / Arctic Cat, Kemps LLC, Polaris, and General Mills. Over the course of his career, Derek has spanned multiple consumer packaged goods and consumer durables categories and delivered growth across a wide range of dealer and consumer channels. In addition, Derek was an early-stage investor in three Minnesota start-up companies, including VAST Pavers and 56 Brewing.

CoPeace PBC’s CEO and Founder, Craig Jonas expressed enthusiasm about the new hires, stating, “As we usher in the new year, we are thrilled to welcome Andy Eckert in a full-time capacity and to have Derek Scott join us as our VP of Marketing. Their wealth of experience and expertise will undoubtedly contribute to CoPeace’s continued success and growth.”

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Derek Scott and join us in congratulating Andy Eckert on his expanded role at CoPeace. With these additions, CoPeace looks forward to a transformative and successful year ahead.

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About CoPeace 

CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically, and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion, and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. CoPeace was recently selected as an Emerging Impact Manager (EIM) for the ImpactAssets 50™ 2023 (IA 50). The EIM list represents firms with unique strategies, under-represented impact themes, or diversity in leadership in view of the full IA 50 application pool.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details for accredited investors or https://wefunder.com/copeace for non-accredited investors

Agreement Calls for CoPeace Finance to Provide a Variety of Financial Services to Shur

DENVER (September 18, 2023) – CoPeace, a public benefit corporation and impact investment company that supports companies through both investment and support services, has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, CoPeace Finance, has formed a comprehensive strategic partnership with Shur, a B2B2C fintech/insurtech company that is building financial solutions for America’s student loan borrowers to help solve one of the country’s toughest issues: the effect of carrying large amounts of student loan debt on the lives of people trying to move up.

“We believe in Shur’s mission,” said CoPeace founder and CEO, Craig Jonas, “They are doing impactful work. One of our primary goals is to be of service to companies that care about the world, socially and environmentally. We want to help fill any organizational gaps they might have. We’re confident our talented finance team can help ignite Shur’s growth as they positively address this important societal issue.”

CoPeace Finance will be providing Shur with resources from, and access to, its deep team of operations, finance, and business development experts. Several projects will be undertaken in the areas of financial forecasting and analysis and financial communications.

Shur is building market-based insurtech/fintech products to promote economic freedom for America’s next generation – 18 to 30 years old. The company is using an ecosystem approach, building solutions for borrowers in collaboration with cities, corporations, colleges, college access organizations, data and insight providers, and impact investors.

“Shur is committed to guiding companies and their leaders as we all focus on helping millions of student loan borrowers return to repayment this fall and through the crucial lifetime journey from debt to wealth creation,” said Kahlil Byrd (KB), Founder and CEO of Shur. He added, “CoPeace is best in class in aiding mission-driven enterprises like ours as we ask the most sophisticated investors and brands to join this vision and mission to work this challenge at the highest scale.”

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About CoPeace 

CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. CoPeace was recently selected as an Emerging Impact Manager (EIM) for the ImpactAssets 50™ 2023 (IA 50). The EIM list represents firms with unique strategies, under-represented impact themes or diversity in leadership in view of the full IA 50 application pool.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details

About Shur

Shur launched to help solve one of our country’s toughest issues: the effect of carrying large amounts of student loan debt on the lives of people trying to move up.
The millions of people who are currently delinquent or in default on their student loans — with 1 million more being added every year — are effectively being written out of the economy.

Shur’s Approach

In an era when colleges and companies must show students, new employees, and consumers how they encourage economic security, Shur is building market-based insurtech/fintech products to promote economic freedom for America’s next generation. Partnering with corporations and universities we successfully guide student loan borrowers from college through their early professional lives – the financial period that is crucial to get right. Our products promote generational wealth by helping users eliminate early mistakes, build financial plans, and adopt deep understanding of prime credit-building tools.

To learn more, visit https://shur.co

TBD Foods/Sullivan Scrap Kitchen Becomes the “Official CoPeace Sustainable Food and Restaurant Partner”

DENVER (August 30, 2023) – CoPeace, a public benefit corporation and impact investment company that supports companies through both investment and support services, and TBD Foods / Sullivan Scrap Kitchen, operators of a family-owned farm to table catering company and sustainable family restaurant, announced a comprehensive partnership today.

CoPeace Finance and CoPeace Marketing, both wholly-owned subsidiaries of CoPeace, will be working with TBD/SSK on several projects. CoPeace Finance and CoPeace Marketing were created to be of service to companies that care about our world by helping to fill organizational gaps as these impact organizations grow.

“We are thrilled about this partnership with TBD Foods/Sullivan Scrap Kitchen,” said CoPeace Founder and CEO Craig Jonas. “We have been extremely impressed withTBD Foods/Sullivan Scrap Kitchen’s commitment to authentic sustainability. It’s a perfect match with our values. We’re confident this will be a win-win working arrangement, on multiple levels. We are looking forward to helping them advance their mission to change the world through their socially-and-environmentally-responsible business for good.”

TBD Foods is a Certified Green Denver Business that provides a variety of personal chef and catering services. Sullivan Scrap Kitchen is a small family-owned restaurant with a focus on creating a unique and delicious dining experience, while reducing food waste. It is also a Certified Green Denver Business.

“With being a value focused business of sustainability and reducing food waste, we want to ensure all our partners are also value driven,” said Terence Rogers, owner and chef of TBD Foods and Sullivan Scrap Kitchen. “We are lucky to have met the CoPeace team and are excited with our partnership together to continue to promote and grow value based businesses that create a more sustainable business environment.”

Per the partnership agreement, TBD/SSK will have access to CoPeace’s deep team of operations, finance, marketing and business development experts to help the company reach its economic and sustainability goals. CoPeace will utilize TBD Foods catering services and the Sullivan Scrap Kitchen for a wide variety of company events and meetings.

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About CoPeace 

CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. CoPeace was recently selected as an Emerging Impact Manager (EIM) for the ImpactAssets 50™ 2023 (IA 50). The EIM list represents firms with unique strategies, under-represented impact themes or diversity in leadership in view of the full IA 50 application pool.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details

About TBD Foods / Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

TBD Foods is Denver’s Premier Personal Chef and Catering Business. With a focus on local meats, produce and sustainably caught seafood. The Chef’s at TBD Foods are able to find the best ingredients to create an elegant and personalized meal for your next event.

Sullivan Scrap Kitchen is a casual eatery with a focus on reducing food waste. Our mission is to utilize and promote sustainability in food practices, community partnerships, and employees. We collaborate with community resources to decrease food waste and increase our communities’ access to sustainable and savory nose-to-tail and root-to-tip cuisine.

To learn more, visit https://www.tbdfoods.com and https://www.sullivanscrapkitchen.com

CoPeace Will Provide Fractional C-Suite Services to the third half with the Intent of Making a Future Equity Investment

DENVER (June 16, 2023) – CoPeace, a public benefit corporation and impact investment company that supports companies through investment and support services, and the third half, the world’s first public benefit corporation to combine travel, soccer and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, announced a strategic partnership today to use the power of sports to tackle social issues and improve lives.

CoPeace will be providing the third half with a variety of fractional and interim CEO/COO/CFO/CMO services, as needed. In addition, CoPeace will retain an option to make an equity investment in the third half during the one-year term of the initial partnership agreement.

“We have been wanting to work with the third half team for a long time,” said Craig Jonas, CoPeace CEO. “Our missions and backgrounds are completely aligned – you can’t help but experience life-changing impact when young athletes are immersed in each other’s culture. Our intention to work together with the third half as part of CoPeace Sport, for the long haul.”

The executive support and services CoPeace will dedicate to this partnership are intended to fill current gaps in the third half organizational structure in order to facilitate growth in an efficient and sustainable manner.

“There’s never been a more exciting time to bring together the universal appeal of sport with the transformative power of travel,” said Mike Geddes, third half CEO. “As demand for travel – and especially meaningful, impactful travel – is coming back strong, we’re excited to be working with CoPeace to bring the third half to adventurers who want to experience the unique power of the global game. As a public benefit corporation, we’re proud to work with an established B Corp like CoPeace which is at the forefront of promoting and investing in the type of sustainable, mission-driven companies that represent the future of business”.

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About CoPeace 

CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. CoPeace was recently selected as an Emerging Impact Manager (EIM) for the ImpactAssets 50™ 2023 (IA 50). The EIM list represents firms with unique strategies, under-represented impact themes or diversity in leadership in view of the full IA 50 application pool.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details

About the third half

We believe that everyone has a part to play in creating a more equal, tolerant and compassionate society for future generations. We design transformational experiences that use soccer – the world’s common language – to build a new generation of global citizens and support the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

The third half is the world’s first Public Benefit Corporation to combine trave, soccer and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development goals.

To learn more, visit https://www.thirdhalfsoccer.com

CoPeace Will Partner with SVX Canada and Cutting Edge

DENVER (May 17, 2023) – CoPeace, PBC, a diversified impact holding company, has announced an investment in Social Venture ConneXion, LLC (“SVX US”), a financial services firm that operates an innovative online impact investment platform. CoPeace will be a co-owner in the venture with SVX Inc., a Toronto-based nonprofit that is registered as an Exempt Market Dealer (EMD) in Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and Cutting Edge Holdings, an affiliate of mission-driven law firm Cutting Edge Counsel.

Through its online impact investment platform, SVX US provides campaign preparation support, detailed profiles, automated transaction and subscription document processing, and capacity to deploy investments across multiple security, investor, and offering types, from direct public offerings to Reg D to nonprofit and co-op offerings. The platform allows investors to make debt and equity investments across a range of impact areas including climate, food, health, equity, housing, and community real estate.

“We are thrilled that CoPeace is joining SVX US as a partner,” said Kevin Taylor, Associate Director, SVX Canada. “They have the right skills, experience and vision to advance our shared mission to make it easy for impact investors to find and make investments with positive local and global impact.”

SVX US simplifies the process of investing in alternative securities offerings that deliver meaningful change alongside the potential for financial returns. The investment platform’s vision is to make impact investing accessible to all investors who are increasingly interested in aligning their investments with their values.

CoPeace, through its unique holding company structure, is building a portfolio of carefully selected for-profit companies with measurable social and environmental impact. The company is working to democratize the investment world by allowing everyone, not just wealthy investors, to invest in private impact companies. In addition, CoPeace provides a variety of marketing, finance and sports consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

“We are excited about our investment in the SVX platform, for multiple reasons, but foremost are the shared impact mission alignment and the seamless ease of use of technology for investors to participate,” said Craig Jonas, CoPeace founder and CEO. “We will be bringing our marketing services to the SVX US investment platform, and our co-ownership gives us another way to help current and future impactful companies grow.”

Co-owner Cutting Edge Holdings is an investment affiliate of Cutting Edge Counsel, a California-based law firm that delivers legal and financial services that help mission-driven organizations raise capital in alignment with their values and goals so these organizations can build a more just, equitable and sustainable economy.

“As a new partner, CoPeace will add an incredible depth of marketing expertise to SVX US, which will strengthen our ability to achieve our mission and expose our listers to a broader reach of impact investors,” said Cutting Edge Principal Kim Arnone. “The CoPeace team’s marketing and branding skills will help our listers focus their pitch materials to reach mission-aligned investors. In addition, the CoPeace team brings deep experience in impact analysis and impact investing. We couldn’t be more excited about CoPeace becoming a co-owner of the SVX US platform.”

CoPeace, SVX US and Cutting Edge share a common vision: a world where all investments have a positive impact. All three organizations are working to help organizations and investors match money with meaning.

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About CoPeace 

CoPeace helps impactful companies grow. As an impact-driven holding company, CoPeace is building a portfolio of carefully selected businesses with measurable social and environmental impact. Additionally, CoPeace provides a variety of consulting services to organizations demonstrating positive social or environmental impact.

As a fully certified B Corp and public-benefit corporation (PBC), CoPeace is committed to acting morally, ethically and responsibly in regard to society and the environment. Equity, inclusion and justice are not just valued at CoPeace – they are pillars supporting our mission. CoPeace was recently selected as an Emerging Impact Manager (EIM) for the ImpactAssets 50™ 2023 (IA 50). The EIM list represents firms with unique strategies, under-represented impact themes or diversity in leadership in view of the full IA 50 application pool.

To learn more, visit https://www.copeace.com

To invest in CoPeace, visit https://invest.svxus.org/offering/svxcop/details

About SVX US

SVX US manages an investment platform to host impact investing opportunities and make it easier for impact investors to find and invest in deals aligned with their impact and financial goals. The organization helps social enterprises, including private issuers, CDFIs, nonprofit organizations, and funds, to best showcase their offerings and simplify the transaction process.

The SVX US platform is a partnership of Cutting Edge, SVX Canada and CoPeace.

To learn more, visit https://svx.us.com/.

About SVX Inc.

SVX is a Canadian based nonprofit, diversified financial services firm driving impact for investors, organizations, funds, and enterprises. SVX provides knowledge and insights, designs strategies and products, manages funds, and operates a platform for raising impact capital and making impact investments. SVX works across sectors that deliver meaningful impact: climate, food, health, equity, housing, and community real estate.

To learn more visit https://svx.ca/.

About Cutting Edge

Cutting Edge Counsel is a law firm working to build an economy that works for everyone and provides opportunities for everyone to participate, thrive, and build wealth. Recognized widely for its capital-raising practice known as “Cutting Edge Capital,” the firm:

• Designs and implements community capital offerings, and
• Help clients raise capital from their own communities in alignment with their values and goals.

To learn more, visit https://cuttingedgecapital.com/.