Integrate ESG and Impact into the Investment Process
Are you an investor or an asset manager and wondering how to integrate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) aspects and impact into your investment process? Unsure what ESG considerations are the most relevant to you? Have questions about the impact and how to measure, manage, or communicate it? Want to classify your fund as “SFDR Article 8” or “SFDR Article 9”?
Our team, made up of economists, mathematicians, finance specialists, and investment professionals, building on KKS Advisors’ nearly 10 years of experience in this field. We rigorously assess risks and opportunities associated with everything from climate change to corruption to worker health and safety, and we understand that investors use this information to improve business analysis and make informed investment decisions.
We believe that investor demand for companies to disclose transparent, standardised, sustainability data and the integration of this information into investment decisions are two key catalysts to bring about the scale of change needed to meet globally shared sustainability goals.
Our team of experts provide adapted solutions to build an ESG and impact investing portfolio, run anything from desk-based fast due diligence processes to in-depth analyses including on-site assessments – and more.
Our team, made up of economists, mathematicians, finance specialists, and investment professionals, building on KKS Advisors’ nearly 10 years of experience in this field. We rigorously assess risks and opportunities associated with everything from climate change to corruption to worker health and safety, and we understand that investors use this information to improve business analysis and make informed investment decisions.
We believe that investor demand for companies to disclose transparent, standardised, sustainability data and the integration of this information into investment decisions are two key catalysts to bring about the scale of change needed to meet globally shared sustainability goals.
Our team of experts provide adapted solutions to build an ESG and impact investing portfolio, run anything from desk-based fast due diligence processes to in-depth analyses including on-site assessments – and more.
How we can support your ESG journey
ESG issues introduce unique risks and opportunities to different industries and investments. Whether you’re an investor looking to identify and assess such risks, or a company aiming to attract, dss+ can make it easier to navigate the increasingly competitive and complex business landscape.
ESG integration at all levels
We can support you with the integration of ESG factors across levels, from the investment firm/strategic level to the investee firm/value-creation level, deploying diverse investment philosophies across strategies and asset classes.
ESG due diligence
We use ESG factors to evaluate investments and identify opportunities for value creation by tailoring every due diligence approach to client needs, objectives, strategy & deal volume, whether it’s a fast desk-based risk analysis or an in-depth one with on-site assessments.
Impact measurement, management, and communication
We deliver pragmatic, accurate & decision-useful metrics, identifying impact pathways, metrics & management plans that meet your strategic objectives.
ESG training and advisory
We work alongside senior leaders, investment committees, ESG committees, analysts, and deal teams long-term on strategy, research, reporting, policy & product development, training and ongoing education, target setting, and more.
Our unique expertise
Meet the Team
Explore the background and specialties of the experts who’ll be working with you.
Tina Passalari
Global Lead ESG and Sustainable Strategies
Tina has 25 years of experience in sustainability and management consulting, including business performance, governance, risk and compliance services. She specializes in working with corporates on integrating sustainability in their business models.
Dimitris Apostolidis
Director
Dimitris has 20+ years of professional experience in management consulting, sustainability, enterprise risk, and internal audit. He specializes in advising corporations on the integration of sustainability into their business models, sustainability/ESG internal controls inclusive of strategy and policy, maturity assessment, ESG reporting, enterprise risk assessment, materiality analysis, ESG assurance, and Due Diligence. He has been involved in a variety of projects for different clients in the private and public sectors in Europe and worldwide. Client sector experience includes Energy and Natural Resources, Power & Utilities, Banking & Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Telecommunications and Technology, Shipping, Industrial/ Manufacturing, Airport Operators, Real Estate, Construction and Renewable Energy, and Healthcare – Pharmaceutical and Textiles.
Emilie Kehl
Manager, Responsible & Impact Investment Advisory
Emilie is an expert in responsible and impact investing in private markets, engaged in consulting since 2014. At dss+, she works with investors across a range of asset classes to define, implement, and advance sustainability best practices in their investment processes and decision-making. Furthermore, she collaborates with both publicly and privately listed companies to develop integrated sustainability and impact strategies that create long-term value. Passionate about the power of capital to drive systemic change, Emilie is dedicated to creating a lasting positive impact in the world.
Evan Bruner
ESG & Sustainability Senior Manager
Evan brings a decade of sustainability experience covering topics ranging from sustainable packaging, certification, sustainable finance, supply chain efficiency and carbon markets and working in numerous roles supporting financial institutions, large corporations, and industry in pursuing sustainability goals and commitments.
Tina has 25 years of experience in sustainability and management consulting, including business performance, governance, risk and compliance services. She specializes in working with corporates on integrating sustainability in their business models.
Dimitris has 20+ years of professional experience in management consulting, sustainability, enterprise risk, and internal audit. He specializes in advising corporations on the integration of sustainability into their business models, sustainability/ESG internal controls inclusive of strategy and policy, maturity assessment, ESG reporting, enterprise risk assessment, materiality analysis, ESG assurance, and Due Diligence. He has been involved in a variety of projects for different clients in the private and public sectors in Europe and worldwide. Client sector experience includes Energy and Natural Resources, Power & Utilities, Banking & Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Telecommunications and Technology, Shipping, Industrial/ Manufacturing, Airport Operators, Real Estate, Construction and Renewable Energy, and Healthcare – Pharmaceutical and Textiles.
Emilie is an expert in responsible and impact investing in private markets, engaged in consulting since 2014. At dss+, she works with investors across a range of asset classes to define, implement, and advance sustainability best practices in their investment processes and decision-making. Furthermore, she collaborates with both publicly and privately listed companies to develop integrated sustainability and impact strategies that create long-term value. Passionate about the power of capital to drive systemic change, Emilie is dedicated to creating a lasting positive impact in the world.
Evan brings a decade of sustainability experience covering topics ranging from sustainable packaging, certification, sustainable finance, supply chain efficiency and carbon markets and working in numerous roles supporting financial institutions, large corporations, and industry in pursuing sustainability goals and commitments.
Tina Passalari
Global Lead ESG and Sustainable Strategies
Tina has 25 years of experience in sustainability and management consulting, including business performance, governance, risk and compliance services. She specializes in working with corporates on integrating sustainability in their business models.
Dimitris Apostolidis
Director
Dimitris has 20+ years of professional experience in management consulting, sustainability, enterprise risk, and internal audit. He specializes in advising corporations on the integration of sustainability into their business models, sustainability/ESG internal controls inclusive of strategy and policy, maturity assessment, ESG reporting, enterprise risk assessment, materiality analysis, ESG assurance, and Due Diligence. He has been involved in a variety of projects for different clients in the private and public sectors in Europe and worldwide. Client sector experience includes Energy and Natural Resources, Power & Utilities, Banking & Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Telecommunications and Technology, Shipping, Industrial/ Manufacturing, Airport Operators, Real Estate, Construction and Renewable Energy, and Healthcare – Pharmaceutical and Textiles.
Emilie Kehl
Manager, Responsible & Impact Investment Advisory
Emilie is an expert in responsible and impact investing in private markets, engaged in consulting since 2014. At dss+, she works with investors across a range of asset classes to define, implement, and advance sustainability best practices in their investment processes and decision-making. Furthermore, she collaborates with both publicly and privately listed companies to develop integrated sustainability and impact strategies that create long-term value. Passionate about the power of capital to drive systemic change, Emilie is dedicated to creating a lasting positive impact in the world.
Evan Bruner
ESG & Sustainability Senior Manager
Evan brings a decade of sustainability experience covering topics ranging from sustainable packaging, certification, sustainable finance, supply chain efficiency and carbon markets and working in numerous roles supporting financial institutions, large corporations, and industry in pursuing sustainability goals and commitments.