Speaker 1
Peter Johnson (United States of America)
Partner - Developing World Markets
Title
Adjacent Spaces: Developing Innovative Investment Opportunities at the Bottom of the Pyramid
Description
Expanding outreach to the poor through finance requires constant evolution and progress. Advances in agriculture, transportation, water and housing all showcase the potential opportunities apparent in these growing markets. The microfinance investment community must find innovative models of adapting to these so-called adjacent spaces. As these products develop, important obstacles and challenges lie ahead. This session gives an overview of the adjacent spaces market, as well as the barriers to entry, business possibilities and investment prospects that lie ahead.