Accion Ventures, formerly Accion Venture Lab, is Accion's early-stage investment strategy within Accion Impact Management. It backs fintech startups that serve underserved individuals and small businesses, and has deployed capital into 80+ early-stage companies across 30+ countries, from India, Indonesia and Kenya to Mexico, Brazil and the US. Its Portfolio Engagement and Platform team, led by operating partner Matthew Schaar, gives portfolio companies hands-on strategic and operational support. Accion is a global nonprofit working toward a fair and inclusive economy.