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About bettervest

HomeAbout bettervest
 

About Us

 

bettervest is an online platform where people jointly invest in a future worth living.

 
 

Our Mission

 

We bring people together to finance projects that benefit people and planet both today and tomorrow. These projects not only have a lasting impact but generate sustainable returns.

 
 

Joining Forces to Bridge Financial Gaps

 
 

Investors

 

For investors who want to do good with their money, we create investment opportunities that are not only financially profitable but also ecologically and socially sustainable. In this way, investors earn attractive interest with a clear conscience.

 
 
 

bettervest

 

Our platform is a kind of marketplace where project owners and investors meet. By bundling hundreds of individual investments we create loans and bring impactful projects to life that yield returns.

 
 
 

Projekt owners

 

Many high-impact projects are waiting to receive financing. Projects that reduce our strain on resources, lower emissions and improve quality of life. bettervest is working to close this financing gap.

 
 

Our Products

 

Investors expand their portfolios with our sustainable bonds and subordinated loans, while project owners achieve their goals and make a positive difference around the world.

 
 
 

Subordinate loans

 

A fixed-interest investment with high risk, high yield potential and high impact.

 
 
 
 

Bonds

 

A fixed-income security with a high impact and a risk profile that can be offset by collateral.

 
 
 
Projects open for Investment
 

 

 

Our Story

 

bettervest was launched in 2012 to finance energy efficiency projects at the hands of ordinary citizens. Energy efficiency saves money, protects resources and reduces carbon emissions. Large corporations had already caught on to this financial opportunity but private individuals had yet to reap the benefits and profit from this positive development.

 

This idea was presented by futurologist Patrick Mijnals at a Start-Up Weekend, where he won over his future co-founders. In the weeks that followed, Patrick recruited more smart minds to join his team and bring different skills to the table. Soon an idea turned into a business model.

 

Since the launch of our first project in 2013, a lot has changed. We have since broadened our horizons and developed from start-up into a young business. We now finance sustainable across the globe – whether biological wastewater treatment in Kenya, solar mini grids in India or energy-efficient building renovations in Germany. All the while, we have remained true to our core mission: to contribute to a low-carbon economy that benefits everyone for years to come.

 
 

Meet the Team

 
Marilyn Heib
Marilyn Heib
Co-Founder & CEO
Marilyn holds a master's degree in engineering in the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency. She gained professional experience as sales manager and sales director at PowerWind Ltd and Conergy AG and also founded the climate protection organization Go For Climate.
Dr. Olga Dickmann
Dr. Olga Dickmann
CFO & Manager Business Development Africa
Olga has a PhD in Political Science and a Master's degree in Economics, which she obtained in Germany & France. She gained professional experience as Head of Service of the German Chamber of Commerce in East Africa and as a consultant for GIZ. Of this time, she spent four years in East Africa.
David Thol
David Thol
Web Development & IT
David holds a master's degree in Data and Web Science and studied Business Informatics at SAP. During his studies, he was able to gain professional experience in data analysis and backend engineering.
Vanessa Dietz
Vanessa Dietz
Project Management & Investor Relations
Vanessa studied industrial engineering with mechanical engineering and holds a master's degree. She gained practical experience in the Bid Management team at Lufthansa Technik and as a working student at bettervest.
Odomar Vancraeyenest
Odomar Vancraeyenest
Finance Expert
Odomar holds a master's degree in Economics. He also has more than 30 years of experience in international banking, financial markets and risk management.
Patrick Berlejung
Patrick Berlejung
Finance & Accounting
Patrick studied Economics and holds a Bachelor's degree. He has already gained professional experience in management consulting and private equity.
Bianca Ackerknecht
Bianca Ackerknecht
Accounting & HR
Bianca holds a bachelor's degree in Economics with a focus on accounting according to HGB and IFRS. In addition, she has completed an apprenticeship as a bank clerk. She has several years of professional experience in a major German bank.
Ingo Birkenfeld
Ingo Birkenfeld
Co-Founder & Grant Commissioner
Ingo is a graduate economist and has professional experience in the field of finance. He has also worked as a university lecturer for Business Administration and Economics.

 

 

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Invest in a future worth living

Invest in sustainable and future-oriented projects with bettervest. Each investment has a positive impact on people and planet while offering attractive returns.

When it comes to long-term capital accumulation or private pension provisions, it is important to assess the risks involved, diversify your portfolio and consult with your financial advisor. If you have already done so and are now looking for alternative investment opportunities, bettervest is the right place for you! Invest with bettervest and secure a liveable future for generations to come. Help reduce the use of scarce resources, accelerate the reduction of harmful emissions and promote the pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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