Investment

Association of American Venture and Angel Funds

A professional organization for early-stage investment groups that provides networking, education, and policy advocacy to support seed and startup funding across the United States.

Association of Investment Capital Management Analysts

A professional organization for specialists who evaluate investment opportunities, capital allocation strategies, and portfolio performance for institutional investors and asset management firms.

British Forum for Investment Management

A professional organization for investment managers in the United Kingdom that establishes industry standards, provides continuing education, and represents the sector in regulatory discussions.

Board of Financial Risk and Investment Management

A governance body that oversees financial risk assessment methodologies, investment policies, and portfolio management strategies for institutional investors and financial institutions.

Center for Advanced Research in Investment Management

An academic institution that develops and evaluates innovative approaches to portfolio theory, asset allocation, risk assessment, and investment performance measurement.

Center for Professional Excellence in Investment Management

A specialized organization that provides advanced training, certification, and research in portfolio management, financial analysis, and investment strategy for finance professionals.

Development Council Federation

A U.S. federation uniting development councils nationwide. It advocates for education and growth in development initiatives.

Global Investment Performance Standards

A set of standardized, industry-wide ethical principles for calculating and presenting investment performance that allows for fair comparison between investment managers internationally.

Joint Renewable Energy Investment Trust

A financial vehicle that pools capital from multiple investors to acquire, develop, and operate renewable energy assets including solar farms, wind installations, and hydroelectric facilities.

Microfinance and Agricultural Investment Services

Financial products and advisory support designed specifically for small-scale farmers and rural entrepreneurs to fund equipment purchases, crop inputs, and business expansion.

Special Purpose Acquisition Company

A company with no commercial operations formed strictly to raise capital through an IPO for the purpose of acquiring an existing company. A financial innovation that became prominent in capital markets from 2020 onward.

Total Addressable Market

The total market demand for a product or service, calculated as the total possible sales if 100% market share was achieved. Critical for investment decisions and growth planning.