Affinity Equity Partners is one of the largest dedicated Asian private equity firms and focuses on leveraged buyout and growth capital transactions. Currently advises and manages approximately US$ 14 billion of funds and assets. Its latest fund, Affinity Asia Pacific Fund V of US$ 6.0 billion is one of the largest in the region. Affinity operates as a Pan-Asian firm focusing on investment opportunities in Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Greater China and Southeast Asia.

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Affinity is proud to present our 2022-2023 Sustainability Report, "Deepening ESG Integration", which shares many examples of how we have deepened our ESG value creation work with our portfolio companies. 
 
Over the past year, we have focused our efforts on stewardship activities with our portfolio companies. During our climate engagements, we continue to build capabilities to support our portfolio companies’ transition to a low carbon economy. We are proud to report a 7.7% carbon efficiency improvement for our Fund V companies as compared to 2021, demonstrating the continued partnership with our companies.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are values we hold closely at Affinity and Plaza Premium Group.  We appreciate the range of perspectives and backgrounds that everyone can bring to make a better organization.

#diversityandinclusion 

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We are thrilled to announce that HDBank has won the 2023 Sustainability Initiative of the Year Vietnam Award from Asian Banking & Finance.
 
Since our investment in HDBank in 2020, we have partnered with HDBank to develop capabilities to measure their carbon emissions and look at how ESG can be a tool for value creation. Together with the support of Affinity and other investors, HDBank has developed initiatives for sustainable development, green finance and notably financial products for women-owned SMEs.
 
The banking industry plays an important role in supporting business activities and investments that have a positive impact on the environment and society. We will continue to support HDBank in the implementation of their vision for a better world.

#greenfinance #womenownedbusiness #sustainablebanking #esg #sustainabledevelopment

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Wishing everyone a very happy International Women’s Day 2023! 

As we reflect on women's roles in the workplace, Affinity affirms how each woman is uniquely talented to bring valuable perspectives to the team, while the same time playing roles outside of work as wives, mothers, daughters, and members of our community. 

We also reaffirm Affinity’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion vision to foster an inclusive culture that leverages the contributions of team members with many backgrounds and perspectives to arrive at better decision making and ultimately drive the success of our Firm.

Diversity creates better value for business and society - companies that have a greater representation have a higher likelihood of outperformance. 

#culture #diversity #inclusion #teamsuccess

Affinity's ESG value creation initiatives for Sido Muncul was a key driver for its stock price having almost tripled since our investment. Our team spoke with AVCJ about these initiatives. 

“[Sido’s] share price has continually re-rated upwards, which provides a positive feedback loop for the company to continue improving on ESG initiatives. Step by step, we pursue and deliver on each ESG initiative to realise tangible outcomes, and that gives us the goodwill and confidence to embark on the next with even greater zeal.” 

#teameffectiveness #esg #esgstrategy #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #esgintegration #responsibleinvestment 

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Working with CEO Mr. Kim Dong Chul has been an incredible journey in transforming ServeOne from a Korean chaebol division to an independent global MRO business. This is our second collaboration with Mr. Kim at the helm as CEO, since our control investment in Oriental Brewery sixteen years ago.  Long term trusted partnership is core to Affinity's culture and philosophy. 

#relationshipsmatter #transformation #carveout #mro

We are excited to share that Affinity Fund IV has completed the sale of its entire stake in Trimco on November 16, 2022. The successful exit amidst the current challenging market environment is on the back of Trimco's resilient performance despite the uncertain macroeconomic situation, especially during COVID period, and successful delivery of its various growth initiatives.

Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Trimco is one of the world’s top apparel trim and label companies, and a leading branding, technology and compliance solution provider to blue-chip apparel brands and retailers worldwide. Trimco now serves more than 600 brand owners and has 15 manufacturing sites worldwide.

#privateequity #buyout #transformation #esgintegration

The Affinity Team had a fun and productive AVCJ week reconnecting with industry friends.  We are especially grateful to the AVCJ awards committee for selecting Sido Muncul as the winner of the AVCJ 2022 Responsible Investment Award.  Driving sustainable outcomes through our post-investment initiatives has always been a key focus for Affinity Equity Partners. 

#avcjforum #responsibleinvestment #esg

Affinity’s ESG CEO Roundtable was held in Seoul to discuss ESG and climate risks/opportunities in South Korea. Attendees included our portfolio company CEOs and senior management, guest speakers and Affinity investment professionals. 
#esgintegration #sustainability #energytransition

Affinity Equity Partners is one of the largest dedicated Asian private equity firms, focusing on leveraged buyout and growth capital transactions. It currently advises and manages approximately US$14 billion of funds and assets, with a focus on investment opportunities in Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Greater China, and Southeast Asia.

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