Ellinor Schweyer discovered her passion for financing sustainable business models in 2012 while working as an investment manager at Bonventure, one of Germany’s first impact funds. She later joined Ashoka Germany to co-found FASE, where she played a pivotal role in expanding impact investor networks and structuring innovative funding solutions for social enterprises. With deep expertise in fundraising, investor relations, and social entrepreneurship, Ellinor brings a unique blend of finance and hands-on entrepreneurial experience to ECIIF II. Through her extensive network of investors, funders, and ecosystem players, she has facilitated the growth of numerous high-impact ventures. Coming from a background in marketing and brand management, having worked with prestigious brands like Dom Pérignon, Dior, and Falke, Ellinor combines strategic thinking with creativity in impact finance. She is a frequent speaker at workshops and conferences across Europe, advocating for scalable and sustainable investment solutions.