Lorenzo Servitje, founder of Grupo Bimbo, used to say: "Either we rise up in arms, or we rise up earlier," highlighting the importance of taking action in the face of crisis. Despite the lack of a favorable moment to venture out, he also asserted that it was time to act.
Candide Group focuses on investing in urban vegetable companies, facilitating the resale market and renewable energies, seeking to generate a positive impact. This type of investment aims to be a trend among various investment funds in Mexico.
Although we face challenges today, opportunities also arise. The 2019 pandemic has transformed the way we work, buy, and live, showing the need to adapt to change. Entrepreneurs like Servitje pointed out the importance of not getting discouraged and finding new ways to respond to challenges.
Morgan Simon from Candide Group mentioned that in times of drastic changes, we often need to listen to those who do not usually speak first. This approach will be discussed at the Latin American Impact Investment Forum in Mérida, where various sponsoring organizations will participate in debates on impact investment.
Impact investment focuses on generating social and environmental benefits in addition to financial returns, promoting openness to different perspectives and the personal impact that business decisions can have on society.
Amid uncertainties and structural changes, the need arises to rethink business models. For instance, the disparity between the salaries of executives and employees in large companies is questioned, reflecting an imbalance in terms of wealth distribution.
The current political, economic, and social scenario poses challenges both in Mexico and internationally, requiring deep reflection and constant adaptation to changing circumstances. The need to keep an open mind to innovation and collaboration becomes essential in a business environment that demands flexibility and resilience.
