Turbo Impact

In this episode of Turbo Impact, Chris Lerner, Group Chairman & Co-Founder of Thrive Alternatives and Operating Partner at Bonaccord Capital Partners, joins host Kenny Chen to discuss how sustainability is reshaping fund strategy and capital formation in Asia’s private markets.
 
Chris shares why he founded Thrive to address structural gaps in private capital, how LP expectations are shifting from compliance to conviction, and what credible sustainability integration looks like. He also highlights how GPs can build it into their brand identity and where he sees the strongest opportunities in Asia.
 
Key Topics Covered
  • Thrive’s founding thesis to bridge structural gaps and build GP–LP partnerships
  • Regional contrasts in LP sustainability priorities across Europe, Middle East, US, and Asia
  • What credible sustainability integration looks like across culture, team, and process
  • Sustainability as a long-term brand asset and LP relationship driver
  • Key opportunity themes for GPs in Asia
 
Who Should Listen:
Private capital managers, institutional allocators, and corporate leaders
 
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Produced by: Turbo Net Zero

Creators and Guests

Host
Kenny Chen
Founding Partner, Turbo Net Zero
Guest
Chris Lerner
Group Chairman & Co-Founder, Thrive Alternatives; Operating Partner, Bonaccord Capital Partners

What is Turbo Impact?

Turbo Impact is a podcast by Turbo Net Zero, exploring how sustainability shapes private capital. We bring together top investors, institutional allocators, and entrepreneurs to discuss how sustainability influences investment and corporate strategies.

Each episode dives into real-world insights on integrating sustainability in private capital. Turbo Impact features candid conversations with industry leaders who turn sustainability challenges into strategic opportunities and meaningful impact.