Cartica Management

Cartica Management is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm is majority woman owned and employs 13 people. Cartica Management was founded in 2008. Cartica Management is a concentrated "active owner" of small- and mid-cap companies in emerging markets. The firm actively engages with management teams, boards, and shareholders to drive long-term, value-enhancing improvements in corporate governance, environmental, and social factors. Cartica typically holds approximately 20-30 positions in its portfolio and is frequently among the largest independent shareholders in each. Cartica's investment approach includes a three-pronged strategy: country selection, company selection, and company engagement. Their investment and engagement process incorporates a comprehensive evaluation of environmental, social, and governance factors through Cartica’s proprietary ESG methodology. You can learn more about Cartica Management by visiting their website at cartica.com.