We are pleased to share that LAVCA has named Linzor portfolio company Sies Salud as the winner of the 2024 Gender & Diversity Award. LAVCA is the premier Latin American private capital association, and the award recipient was selected by a panel of institutional investors convened by LAVCA.
Linzor invested in Sies Salud, a Colombian specialized healthcare provider, in December 2020, attracted by the company’s patient-centric operating model, which provides ongoing care for HIV, renal and other chronic diseases through a comprehensive care model. Since our acquisition, Sies has expanded its footprint by 33%, reaching 24 health centers, launching a mobile clinic to reach underserved areas, and incorporating telemedicine into its operations.
Aligned with Linzor’s impact guidelines, the company monitors patient demographics and health outcomes, and benchmarks them against national averages, seeking to ensure that its services measurably contribute to the health and wellbeing of its patient population.
Sies has invested in meaningful social impact projects in recent years. In 2023, the company began providing healthcare services and donations to Sampues, a 42,500-inhabitant rural location. Past projects have been focused on women in the low-income regions of La Guajira and Chocó, where Sies has provided empowerment and mental health workshops, as well as sustainable, income-generating agricultural programs to support their livelihood.
During the award ceremony, Gerardo Biagi, Linzor Partner, commented “We are incredibly proud to receive this award. Sies exemplifies our commitment to making impactful investments in sectors such as healthcare, prioritizing exceptional medical care, and social responsibility. Through its innovative programs and initiatives, Sies has not only improved health outcomes for thousands of Colombian patients but has also created an inclusive culture where every voice is valued, and every individual has equal opportunities to develop and thrive. This recognition reaffirms our dedication to investing in companies that create meaningful, sustainable change.”
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