Positive Change

Kate joined Baillie Gifford in 2002 and is an investment manager in the Positive Change Team as well as a partner of the firm. Kate believes the financial community plays a crucial role in creating a more sustainable world. Her experience analysing smaller companies has left her with enthusiasm for businesses that challenge the status quo, and appreciation of their long-term potential. She is a CFA Charterholder and graduated MA in Economics and Maths from the University of Edinburgh in 2001.

Lee joined Baillie Gifford in 2012 and is an investment manager in the Positive Change Team. Lee grew up in China during a period of incredible economic and social progress, when hundreds of millions of people were lifted out of poverty and living standards improved for most of the population. Witnessing that has deeply influenced Lee about the role of businesses in society. He is a CFA Charterholder and graduated BA (Hons) in Economics and Management from the University of Oxford in 2012.

Thaiha believes that we are entering the golden age of technological innovations and impact entrepreneurship. The combination of the two will be a powerful driver of a thriving, sustainable and inclusive world. In her view, investors could play a critical role to support ambitious entrepreneurs that leverage technologies to bring creative solutions to global challenges. Thaiha joined Baillie Gifford in 2014 and is an Investment Manager and decision maker in the Positive Change Team. She is a CFA Charterholder and graduated BA (Hons) in Economics from the University of Cambridge in 2014.

Ed joined Baillie Gifford in 2018 and is an impact director in the Positive Change Team. Before joining the firm, Ed worked in a consultancy advising on risk management and social impact in emerging markets. Ed started his career as an officer in the British Army, later working in a cross-government role in Whitehall. He graduated BA (Hons) in History from Newcastle University in 2008 and MSc in Sustainable Development from London’s School of Oriental and African Studies in 2020.

Having worked in development, Apricot has been impressed by the power of financial markets to generate positive societal change. She has a particular interest in opportunities which support those living at the base of the economic pyramid. Apricot joined Baillie Gifford in 2022 and is a Senior Impact Analyst and decision maker in the Positive Change Team. She is a CFA Charterholder and has an MBA from the China Europe International Business School in Shanghai. Her first degree was in Modern and Medieval Languages from the University of Cambridge.