In search of a new form of capitalism...
Money makes the world go round. Of this there can be little doubt. It is the allocation of capital that determines which ideas come to fruition or which businesses succeed and grow, and which do not. Capitalism, therefore, plays an absolutely critical role in how our economies function. The traditional form of capitalism is well and truly broken, however. It has for too long focussed purely on financial returns. It has subsequently failed to prepare populations (particularly in the West) to adapt to a more globalised and technology-driven future, failed to take care of the environment in which it operates and failed to address the growing gap between rich and poor. The dangerous rise of Populism in the Western world is a clear result of this failure. Capitalism cannot continue as it has for so long. Something has to change. The capitalism of tomorrow needs to recognise and embrace the enormous and inescapable responsibility that comes with being able to wield such power over all our futures. It’s time for an age of responsible capitalism in which we judge the success of investment not just in financial terms, but also for the social and environmental impact it creates.
Money makes the world go round. Of this there can be little doubt. It is the allocation of capital that determines which ideas come to fruition or which businesses succeed and grow, and which do not. Capitalism, therefore, plays an absolutely critical role in how our economies function. The traditional form of capitalism is well and truly broken, however. It has for too long focussed purely on financial returns. It has subsequently failed to prepare populations (particularly in the West) to adapt to a more globalised and technology-driven future, failed to take care of the environment in which it operates and failed to address the growing gap between rich and poor. The dangerous rise of Populism in the Western world is a clear result of this failure. Capitalism cannot continue as it has for so long. Something has to change. The capitalism of tomorrow needs to recognise and embrace the enormous and inescapable responsibility that comes with being able to wield such power over all our futures. It’s time for an age of responsible capitalism in which we judge the success of investment not just in financial terms, but also for the social and environmental impact it creates.
About me
I am a marketing and communications specialist - and blogger - focusing on institutional investment and asset management with a particular passion for sustainability.
My career, which began in 2001, spans marketing, journalism and communications. Since 2008 I have been focusing mainly on writing, both for magazines and for corporate clients. I also provide strategic communications advice, particularly where fund managers are new to the world of proactive media relations. Prior to becoming a journalist, I worked in strategic communications and PR specialising in asset management most recently at Barings, where I was responsible for heading up their UK PR strategy. Prior to that I worked at a number of leading consultancies including Penrose (now MHP), Fishburn Hedges and Brunswick. I got my honours degree in Management Sciences from the University of Manchester.
I am currently based in the UK, but have lived and worked in Germany (Frankfurt) and Switzerland (Zurich and Lausanne) during my career. I have picked up a bit of German along the way. I grew up in Tanzania, East Africa, so Africa remains a key interest.
A lover of all things outdoors, when I am not at my desk or running around after the kids, I am most likely out digging about in the garden, waging war on slugs or enjoying the spectacular local countryside either with dog or on horseback. Roses are a bit of an obsession, as is the constant endeavour to get the children interested in animals, growing and nature. I have been known to talk to my plants and chickens, though I try my best to do this only when other people are not in earshot.
My maiden name is Oakman.
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