Saskia Reus

Saskia Reus is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in developing innovative business models focusing on climate, nature, and social impact.

She serves as a trailblazer and program director, guiding investors, corporations, and NGOs towards new and impactful directions.

Saskia's expertise includes deal sourcing, screening, and managing portfolios of innovative business models that drive positive change for nature, climate, and communities.

She provides support to portfolio companies by addressing various business, operational, financial, and organizational challenges.

Saskia excels in defining key performance indicators (KPIs), impact metrics, and deepening their understanding and implementation.

She is adept at partner management, forging relationships with like-minded stakeholders and mobilizing diverse actors such as governments, investors, donors, scientists, and corporations to co-finance projects and scale impact.

Additionally, Saskia is known for convening events that focus on pioneering impact investment themes.

Her professional attributes include being an energizer, experienced in seed finance programs, proficient in knowledge management, possessing strong analytical skills, and having a entrepreneurial mindset.

Saskia Reus has pursued education in various fields including CFA, sustainable landscape restoration, inclusive landscapes, organizational communication & strategy, international development studies, commercial economics, and banking & financial support services.

Throughout her career, Saskia has held key roles in prestigious organizations such as Climate Circle, Toniic, a Family Office, and the African Union, among others.

Her previous positions range from strategic program management to advisory roles in investment strategy, business and finance, entrepreneurship, water management, and agriculture.

With a rich background encompassing companies like Canon EMEA, The Boston Consulting Group, Royal Tropical Institute, and others, Saskia Reus brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the realm of sustainable business models and impact investing.