Abstract Ember

Igniting investable and lasting impact

We find the inherent, enduring potential within investments and provide the necessary support to ignite that potential into sustainable, lasting impact.

Our Story

The Ember Metaphor

Every investment holds an inherent potential—an Ember. It's the enduring capacity for growth, resilience, and lasting value creation. But potential alone is not enough. It requires the right conditions, the right support, and the right catalyst to transform into sustainable impact.

The Ember

The inherent, enduring potential within investments. It's the spark of possibility—the capacity for sustainable growth, resilience in the face of challenges, and the ability to create lasting value.

We specialize in identifying this potential where others see complexity. In Caribbean agribusiness, in emerging markets, in ventures that embody both commercial viability and transformative impact.

Caribbean Landscape
Fund Structure

The Catalyst

The catalyst. The support system. Karib Catalyst represents the expertise, networks, and resources necessary to transform potential into impact. We bring together a consortium of specialists—fund designers, fundraisers, agribusiness experts, and governance architects.

Our role is to provide not just capital, but the comprehensive support ecosystem that enables ventures to scale sustainably, create lasting value, and generate measurable impact across Caribbean communities and beyond.

Our Approach

How We Ignite Lasting Impact

Fund Design & Structuring

We create legally robust, investor-ready fund structures that balance innovation with institutional credibility. Our approach ensures clarity between fund economics and operating revenues, with embedded governance frameworks that protect stakeholders and drive accountability.

Fundraising Strategy

We execute targeted capital mobilization strategies, building investor pipelines segmented by archetype—DFIs, impact-centric funds, family offices, and diaspora capital. Our toolkit includes investor-grade materials, structured data rooms, and disciplined roadshow execution.

Ecosystem Resilience

We specialize in building resilient, sustainable value chains with ecosystem strength as our core thesis. Our approach combines field-proven agronomy, sustainable production systems, strong market orientation, and ecosystem building—ensuring investments meet ESG integrity, commercial scalability, and long-term competitiveness.

Embedded Impact Governance

We embed impact measurement and ESG frameworks throughout the investment lifecycle. From origination through monitoring and reporting, we treat impact and ESG as material drivers of value creation, risk management, and accountability.

Our Capabilities

Rare Combination of Expertise

1Fund Design & Management

  • Proven track record in equity, quasi-equity, and blended finance structures
  • Legal, compliance, and governance architecture design
  • Embedded impact measurement frameworks across investment cycles

2Fundraising & Networks

  • Over $300M raised cumulatively from DFIs, foundations, and private LPs
  • Deep relationships with African, Caribbean, and diaspora investors
  • Experience with anchor LP engagement and capital stacking

3Fund Operationalization

  • Legal, risk & compliance architecture meeting international standards
  • Ecosystem building and capacity building expertise
  • Proven collaboration across geographies and mandates

4Sustainable Agribusiness Focus

  • 10+ years in agribusiness, food systems, and climate-linked value chains
  • Direct track record in agribusiness startup selection and support
  • Strong regional roots and focus on inclusive models

Caribbean Context & Ecosystem Fluency

Our consortium brings the underrepresented perspective of Caribbean-pan African entrepreneurs, driven by their aspiration to support their community through expertise and network activation. We bring deep familiarity with Caribbean and adjacent markets, including their institutional, cultural, and operational specificities—critical for designing governance and operating arrangements that are credible locally while meeting international investor standards.

Our Team

Seasoned Professionals

Dr. Philippe Dubois

CEO, Caribbean Investor Capital

Senior investment executive with 20+ years in private equity and regional development finance. Led capital raises exceeding $300M across multiple vehicles and geographies. Brings strong deal-making credentials, LP/GP structuring expertise, and deep Caribbean anchoring.

Bélinda Sabatier

Founder, Kiskeya Consulting

Strategic advisor with 25+ years in business and operations management. Demonstrated experience in inclusive entrepreneurship, startup ecosystem governance, and cross-continental venture advisory. Leads service delivery and operational excellence.

Juanita Pied

Founder, J4Change

Innovation strategist with nearly 20 years in development finance and investment banking. Deep experience in entrepreneurship ecosystems and impact management. Leads operationalization of service delivery and impact frameworks.

Eugène Saint-Grégoire

Partner, Dama Advisory & Dama Avocats

Business lawyer and VC/PE/M&A advisor with 15+ years in OHADA and international legal frameworks. Expert in fundraising, fund governance, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactions. Leads legal architecture and risk management.

Ready to Ignite Lasting Impact?

Let's explore how we can work together to find and activate the potential within your investments.