Boulder is well-known for its passion for the environment, possibly because it looks like Heaven on Earth (that’s my totally unbiased perspective). It is, therefore, a convergence point for innovative companies and investment funds merging bottom lines. One of the best examples is TouchPoint Trust Group, a management company driving awareness and capital to triple-bottom line (TBL) ventures. This year, they’ve partnered with Lilith Fair to launch the Lilith i4c campaign, which will select 4-6 TBL companies for between $150K – $300K investments and the chance to go on tour with Lilith artists like Sarah McLachlan to market to up to 25,000 people (apply here by January 22). I visited their office here in Boulder and had a great conversation with Touchpoint’s Co-Founders Casey Verbeck and Rick Frankenheimer. Here’s what they had to say:
Video Interview Table of Contents:
- What is Touchpoint Trust Group and its i4c Campaign all about? (0:01-1:28)
- What kinds of ventures do you work with? (1:29-2:13)
- If I were one of your portfolio ventures, how would you help me? (2:14-5:15)
- What do you look for in entrepreneurs you invest in? (5:16-6:42)
- What makes you passionate about TBL business? (6:43-8:59)
- What advice do you have for aspiring social entrepreneurs? (9:00-10:00)
Many thanks to Casey and Rich for taking the time to chat with me (and host me in their very attractive offices). Visit i4ccampaign.com to learn more!
Great interview. Thanks for sharing!