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About &values

Investors increasingly prioritize sustainability, seeking both impact and returns. As a leading sustainable investment consultancy, &values empowers organizations to drive societal change and achieve steady growth. With deep expertise across finance, sustainability, and impact, we guide clients in crafting effective strategies and launching sustainable products. Our name reflects our commitment to aligning investments with organizational values for long-term value creation.

Diederik Timmer - Founder and Principal of &values

Diederik Timmer is a seasoned executive with a deep commitment to sustainability and a proven track record of leadership in the field of sustainable investing. With experience spanning over two decades, Diederik has held various strategic roles at &values, Morningstar Inc., Sustainalytics, and US SIF, where he played instrumental roles in driving growth and fostering innovation. His leadership acumen, coupled with a deep understanding of market dynamics and strategic insights into sustainable investing, has positioned him as a thought leader on topics such as climate, impact, ESG data, global standards, and regulation.

Prior to founding &values, Diederik worked as Managing Director of Corporate and Climate Solutions at Morningstar Sustainalytics. In this role, Diederik led a 300-person business unit, overseeing the delivery of Second Party Opinions (SPO), ESG Rating licenses, and Pre IPO-Ratings to corporates. Under his leadership, the Corporate Solutions Division earned many accolades, including recognition as the Best Second Party Opinion Provider for Corporate ESG Bonds in 2022. Diederik also spearheaded the establishment of a groundbreaking climate research division, driving initiatives to assess the climate risks of thousands of issuers worldwide. Before the acquisition by Morningstar Inc, Diederik served as Executive Vice President & Managing Director at Sustainalytics, where he defined and implemented a commercial strategy that propelled the company to high year-over-year revenue growth. Beyond his corporate endeavors, Diederik is Chair of the Board at US SIF, the industry association of sustainable investors in the United States, where he has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization's strategic direction and governance practices. In addition, Diederik is a Board Trustee at Knology, a scientific think tank dedicated to tackling complex social issues.  With a strong foundation in finance and economics, Diederik continues to drive positive change and innovation in the intersection of business, societal and climate impact, and sustainable investment.