Transforming Philanthropy: The Intersection of Purpose, Profit, and Impact in Lampung, Indonesia
Title: Transforming Philanthropy: A Journey from Corporate Brand Manager to Impact Investor
In 2007, Hannah Oh, a brand manager for an agribusiness in Lampung, Indonesia, embarked on a journey that would reshape her perspective and ignite a passion for social impact. After encountering the challenges faced by impoverished communities, particularly in education, Hannah was inspired to find innovative solutions that address vital issues often overlooked in traditional philanthropy.
Fast forward 15 years, Hannah is now a mother of two and an impact investor focused on projects in education, clean water, clean cooking, and agriculture. She believes in investing in projects that are evidence-based and data-driven to achieve impactful outcomes at scale.
One of the companies Hannah co-founded is Ixo, a blockchain- and AI-based platform in Singapore that focuses on impact investing and sustainable development. This platform allows stakeholders to track and measure the social and environmental outcomes of their investments transparently in real-time.
Hannah emphasizes the importance of leveraging data and technology to democratize access to impact investments. Through fractional ownership of impact projects enabled by blockchain technology, individuals can contribute to projects like smarter water purification infrastructures, revolutionizing access to clean water for women and children in need.
Philanthropy, for Hannah, is about combining the heart with science, creating value, ensuring transparency, and making informed decisions based on data. She believes that everyone has the power to shape a brighter future through data-driven philanthropy, contributing to a more compassionate world for all.
As women leaders, Hannah encourages embracing the power to create positive change and amplify the voices of those in need. Together, through data-driven philanthropy, we can sow the seeds of a brighter and more compassionate world for generations to come.