Purpose of the Policy
At Cleon Capital Advisors (“Cleon”), we recognize the importance of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into our investment practices. This policy outlines our guiding principles, our approach to responsible investment, and our commitment to promoting sustainable value creation across our portfolio.
Cleon believes the application of ESG considerations is a proactive, positive force to make Portfolio Companies more desirable and profitable. Our objective is to reflect on how ESG factors are integrated throughout our investment lifecycle – from selection and decision-making to the ongoing oversight of our portfolio companies.
1. Our Approach to Responsible Investment
Cleon is committed to building enduring and sustainable businesses by investing in companies undergoing operational, strategic, or ownership transitions. We work closely with management teams and industry experts to support long-term value creation.
We believe that incorporating ESG considerations is essential to achieving this goal. ESG integration helps us align financial performance with societal impact, mitigating potential risks and contributing positively to employment, community, and environmental outcomes.
2. Core Principles
Our investment philosophy is built on a set of core values that shape our decisions and interactions:
Partnership with Portfolio Companies: We strive to support sustainable growth and enhance the value of our investments by applying ESG considerations in our portfolio company.
Transparency and Accountability: We uphold integrity in all stakeholder relationships.
Commitment to Excellence: We pursue operational and governance best practices.
Contribution to Global Goals: We aim to align our impact with broader sustainable development objectives by minimizing adverse impacts and enhancing positive outcomes for the environment, workers, and all stakeholders.
3. Governance and Resources
We have established internal structures to ensure that ESG is integrated effectively across our operations:
Management Oversight: Our management is responsible for approving and supervising the ESG strategy and monitoring its implementation.
Team Training: ESG awareness and capabilities are enhanced through dedicated training sessions.
Performance Alignment: ESG factors are considered in performance evaluations and variable compensation metrics.
4. ESG Integration in Investment Processes
Our ESG integration spans the entire investment cycle:
Screening and Due Diligence: The ESG screening process ensures that ESG risks and opportunities are properly identified and assessed during the investment decision-making process. It is our duty to ensure that the topic of “sustainability” accompanies the entire investment cycle. This also means that Cleon already decides against investments in industries such as gambling, weapons, alcohol, prostitution, pornography and tobacco.
Ownership and Engagement: We work with portfolio companies to improve ESG practices, transparency, and long-term sustainable value creation.
Monitoring: ESG indicators are tracked regularly, and progress is reviewed at the management and Board levels.
5. Transparency and Reporting
Cleon is committed to transparency in its responsible investment efforts, and we collect ESG-related data annually to support internal and external disclosures.
6. Promoting Responsible Investment
We believe in the value of industry collaboration and thought leadership:
Cleon seeks to contribute to broader ESG awareness and adoption by engaging with the investment community.
We participate in relevant forums, conferences, and discussions to promote responsible investment and share best practices.