Margot Cooijmans of Philips Foundation

The Africa Health Ventures Podcast

Mar 28 2023 • 37 mins

Margot Cooijmans is an impact investor, philanthropist, entrepreneur, corporate lawyer, and expert on essential Corporate Social Responsibility. For most of their existence, she has led Philips Foundation and Philips Foundation Impact Investments B.V. Tune in today to learn about Margot's career directing the contributions of global corporations to better serve the public good.


Note: this interview is about the personal experiences and perspectives of Margot Cooijmans. Nothing said in this interview should be construed as the position of Philips or any of its subsidiaries, affiliates, or partners.


  • (4m32s) – Margot establishes Good Company and dives into the world of corporate social responsibility (CSR)

  • (11m28s) - Margot joins forces with the global technology company, Philips, to define the strategy during the startup years of Philips Foundation

  • (21m38s) - Margot spearheads the creation of Philips Foundation Impact Investments Ltd, drawing expertise from Philips Ventures, the corporate investment arm, but with the goal of improving access to healthcare beyond where Philip can typically reach

  • (30m30s) - Rapid fire questions with Margot Cooijmans


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