John Walker

Educated in Physics and Engineering, John worked in venture capital and private equity for Chart Group in New York City, contributing to venture & LBO deals worth over $200m. Since joining Echoing Green in 2009 as Director of Finance, John has significantly increased his exposure to the social enterprise sector and sought to utilize his skills and experience in delivering increased impact through investment in socially-oriented, sustainable businesses.

John graduated from the EMBA-Global program at Columbia and London Business Schools in 2008 and received the Distinguished Service Award for his service to the schools. John is an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School teaching Impact Investing and at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs teaching on Raising Capital for Social Enterprises.

Director of Finance, Echoing Green • Adjunct Associate Professor, Columbia Business School & Columbia SIPA

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