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Biography
Jacqueline Novogratz, born on March 15, 1961, is the founder and CEO of Acumen, a nonprofit global venture capital fund. Acumen, established in 2001, is dedicated to addressing poverty through entrepreneurial solutions. One of her notable accomplishments is the publication of her book, "The Blue Sweater" in 2009, which chronicles her journey from international banking to founding Acumen. more
Jacqueline Novogratz, born on March 15, 1961, is the founder and CEO of Acumen, a nonprofit global venture capital fund. Acumen, established in 2001, is dedicated to addressing poverty through entrepreneurial solutions. One of her notable accomplishments is the publication of her book, "The Blue Sweater" in 2009, which chronicles her journey from international banking to founding Acumen. Another significant achievement includes her recognition in the Forbes "Impact 30" list in 2011, which highlights the world's leading social entrepreneurs. Novogratz's innovative approach to philanthropy has redefined traditional charitable models by leveraging investment in sustainable businesses. less
