Sylvie Gal, CFA

Senior Investment Officer

Professional Overview
Sylvie Gal is a seasoned investment professional with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. As a Senior Investment Officer at Triple Jump, she is responsible for evaluating and managing a diverse portfolio of investments, with a focus on emerging markets and sustainable finance initiatives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As a Senior Investment Officer at Triple Jump, Sylvie is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring a range of investment opportunities in developing markets. She plays a key role in the firm's impact investment strategy, ensuring that investments align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. Sylvie's expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and portfolio optimization has been instrumental in driving the firm's investment performance and positive social impact.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Triple Jump, Sylvie held various leadership roles at MFR, a leading microfinance rating agency. As Head of the Tender Unit and Deputy Regional Manager for South East Asia, she spearheaded the firm's business development efforts in the region, securing numerous high-profile client engagements. Earlier in her career, Sylvie served as a Regional Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, and Senior Analyst, where she demonstrated her ability to navigate complex markets and deliver strategic insights to clients.

Academic Background
Sylvie holds a Master's degree in Finance from the University of Paris and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder. Her academic achievements, coupled with her extensive industry experience, have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the global financial landscape and a keen ability to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities.

Areas of Expertise

• Investment analysis and portfolio management

• Impact investing and sustainable finance

• Emerging markets research and due diligence

• Financial modeling and risk management

• Cross-cultural team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Sylvie has played a pivotal role in various high-profile initiatives. At MFR, she led the development of a groundbreaking impact assessment framework that has since been adopted by numerous microfinance institutions worldwide. In her current role at Triple Jump, Sylvie has been instrumental in securing several strategic partnerships with leading development finance institutions, further expanding the firm's reach and influence in the impact investing space.

Conclusion
Sylvie Gal's extensive experience, analytical expertise, and commitment to sustainable finance make her a valuable asset to the Triple Jump team. Her track record of driving investment performance and positive social impact positions her as a respected industry leader, poised to continue contributing to the firm's growth and the advancement of the impact investing field.