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Arison Group operates as a diversified international holding company, primarily through its business arm, Arison Investments, focusing on value-based investments. It constructs a portfolio that integrates environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) criteria and UN Sustainable Development Goals, aiming to generate competitive financial returns while creating positive societal impact. The group's approach involves developing practical models that embed values into the core operations of the businesses in which it invests, driving both profitability and responsible practices.
The company's origins trace back to Ted Arison, the entrepreneur and founder of Carnival Cruise Lines, who launched Arison Investments in 1991. Arison's founding insight centered on the philosophy that "Doing Good is Good Business," a principle that has since guided the group's investment strategy. Following Ted Arison's passing, his daughter, Shari Arison, assumed leadership, further cementing this vision and expanding the group's focus on investments that deliver both financial and social value.
Arison Group's investment strategy benefits various businesses and organizations seeking to align financial success with broader societal contributions. By empowering its partners, the group fosters transformative agents of change, impacting people, the planet, and communities worldwide. Its long-term vision is to continually identify and cultivate opportunities where robust financial performance inherently leads to positive and measurable impact, reinforcing its core belief in values-driven enterprise.
Arison Group has 1 tracked investment across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $19.0M Grant / Series A in BeeHero in October 2021.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2021 | BeeHero | $19.0M Grant / Series A | — | Alastair Cooper, Entr E Capital, European Commission, Firstime Ventures, Gaingels, Good Company, IAngels, Israeli Innovation Authority, J Ventures, Richard O’Gorman, UpWest |