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This International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, TriLinc Global celebrates the remarkable life and legacy of Wangari Maathai, a visionary leader whose courage and determination transformed lives and landscapes. Known affectionately as “Mama Trees” by many in Kenya, Maathai was a force of nature in every sense. She made history as the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate degree, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women.

 In 1977, Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement, empowering over 900,000 women through economic initiatives that combined environmental conservation with community development. By planting trees, these women not only restored degraded lands but also gained financial independence and a stronger voice in their communities. Maathai’s famous words, “You cannot protect the environment unless you empower people,” continue to resonate as a call to action for collective progress.

 In 2004, Maathai’s extraordinary contributions were recognized globally when she became the first African woman and the first environmentalist to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Her work demonstrated the profound connection between environmental sustainability, social justice, and peace.

 TriLinc honors Wangari Maathai, a true trailblazer who showed the world the power of perseverance, the importance of standing up for what is right, and the impact of doing many “little things” with great love and determination. Her legacy continues to inspire us to champion equality, sustainability, and empowerment for all.

A video from our Mexico based waste-to-fuels processor borrower Blue Arrow.

TriLinc has provided financing for Blue Arrow, a waste-to-fuels processor that converts municipal solid waste ( “MSW”) to low carbon jet fuel. TriLinc’s financing will support the continual development of Blue Arrow’s waste-to-energy technology plant in Mexico. This technology will help solve fundamental problems of too much garbage, offer cost savings for waste service providers throughout growing metropolitan areas, decrease methane emissions from a reduction in landfill cover, reduce carbon emissions through promoting the use of cleaner jet fuel and create significant employment opportunities in Mexico . We are proud to support Blue Arrow with their efforts towards a cleaner future for all. To view the video, please click here.

For Immediate Release

TriLinc Global Named in Top 2025 Real Leaders of Impact Investing by Real Leaders Global Media

January 8, 2025

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. – TriLinc Global LLC (“TriLinc”) has been selected as one of the “Real Leaders of Impact Investing for 2025”.

Now in its seventh year, the Real Leaders of Impact Investing spotlights some of the organizations deploying or advising capital to make a tangible difference in the world. This year’s competition attracted over 300 applications from more than 15 countries with firms assessed on their growth, revenue and six pillars of I.M.P. A. C. T.: Intention, Model, People, Accountability, Collaboration, and Transformation. Through a rigorous evaluation process, the companies that truly embody purpose-driven leadership were ranked and celebrated.

“We are very honored to be listed among the top innovative companies for 2025 by Real Leaders,” said Gloria Nelund, Founder & CEO of TriLinc. “TriLinc is excited to be working alongside impact industry peers and to be recognized for our mission to harness the power of capital markets to attempt to solve global challenges facing our society, “stated Nelund.

“It seems like every company is calling themselves an impact company these days,” said Kevin Edwards, President of Real Leaders. “We wanted to spotlight businesses that are genuinely dedicated to making a difference. By incorporating CEO interviews and community-driven impact evaluations, we ensured that only the most deserving organizations made the list.”

About TriLinc Global

Established in 2008, TriLinc Global is a private impact investment fund sponsor that seeks to provide investors with access to institutional class, market-rate return impact investment funds. Through its sponsored funds, TriLinc has developed a systematic approach to the packaging, registration, and distribution of alternative investment products that pursue unique yield-oriented strategies that change the world for the better. www.trilincglobal.com

About Real Leaders

Real Leaders is the fastest-growing community for impact-driven leaders, supported by a global media platform that advocates for purpose-driven business. Founded in 2010, Real Leaders promotes responsible leadership that prioritizes employees, society, and the planet alongside profit. An independently owned Certified B Corporation and member of the UN Global Compact, Real Leaders is on a mission to unite farsighted leaders to transform our shortsighted world. www.real-leaders.com

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DISCLAIMER

Real Leaders ranking is based on their “Force for Good” Score. This score takes into account the company’s 7-year sales growth, revenue and B Impact Assessment. TriLinc submitted its application for consideration with the entry fee in September 2024.  TriLinc’s receipt of this award is in no way indicative of any individual client or investor’s experience with TriLinc, TriLinc Advisors, LLC or TriLinc Global Advisors, LLC or of any past or future investment performance. This information is for general purposes only and does not represent a recommendation or offer of any particular security, strategy, or investment.

Website content is for general purposes only and does not represent a recommendation or offer of any particular security, strategy, or investment. There is no guarantee that TriLinc’s investment strategy will be successful. Investment in a pooled investment vehicle involves significant risks including but not limited to: units are restricted; no secondary market; limitation on liquidity, transfer and redemption of units, distributions made may not come from income and, if so will reduce the returns, are not guaranteed and are not subject to board discretion; TriLinc is dependent upon its advisors and investment partners to select investments and conduct operations. TriLinc is not suitable for all investors.

TriLinc Global, LLC (“TLG”) is a holding company and an impact fund sponsor founded in 2008. TriLinc Advisors (“TLA”) and TriLinc Global Advisors, LLC (“TLGA”) are wholly-owned subsidiaries of TLG and are SEC registered investment advisors. SEC registration does not indicate a certain level or skill or training. Unless otherwise noted, TGL, TLA and TLGA are collectively referred throughout this website as “Trilinc.”

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