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Simon Harford
Partner, co-Head Africa, Operating Partner) at Actis
London, England
Overview
Simon Harford is a London-based climate finance and impact investing expert with a focus on Africa. He has held senior roles at Actis and The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, showcasing expertise in private equity, corporate governance, and leadership in emerging markets. Harford's career highlights include serving as Partner at Actis and CEO at The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, demonstrating a strong commitment to socially responsible investing and impactful financial services.
Work Experience
Senior Adviser (formerly Partner, co-Head Africa, Operating Partner)
2006 - Current
Energy sector investing; base-load renewables and gas; off-grid models; Energy Transition
Chief Executive Officer
2022 - 2024
GEAPP (www.energyalliance.org) is a unique and high-profile global organisation in climate finance, deploying philanthropic capital to accelerate the use of renewable energy in emerging markets.
Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet is a partnership of charity, local business owners, public policy, and funding.
Investment Committee (Chair)
2019 - 2022
Venture capital Impact Investing in scaleable social enterprises
Senior Adviser
2019 - 2020
Founder CEO, new ventures
2003 - 2006
Founder CEO/CFO, new ventures
2001 - 2004
Executive Management
1996 - 2001
Strategy Consultant
1995 - 1996
BCG Securities focuses on wealth management with high net worth individuals.
Investment Banking
1988 - 1993
UBS Realty Investors is an institutional investment advisor that managed real estate equity assets on behalf of its clients.
Education
MBA
1994 - 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
1985 - 1988