Established in 2016, Vermont Works LLC is an independent alternative investment firm, focusing on delivering both competitive financial returns and social impact in support of Vermont’s job and enterprise development. With its rich entrepreneurship and technical savvy, Vermont and its lifestyle are uniquely positioned for this type of initiative. Vermont Works will be a leading sponsor in the establishment of and ongoing management of a new business accelerator, providing a competitive advantage in early investment identification. The investment team incorporates its deep knowledge of the macroeconomic environment and portfolio composition theory during the Fund’s build-out phase as a means to maximize the expected return from the investments. Through impact investing initiatives, Vermont Works will promote commercial solutions that address social and civic challenges across Vermont. We will build investment portfolios that transfer forward-looking values focused on the environment and our communities, reversing population loss, and fostering innovation. We believe that it is possible to do good while doing well, and to be a catalyst to unlock each entrepreneur’s moral mission. Lastly, we believe in the democratization of attractive investment opportunities, and will enable access to potential investors of all sizes.