The Green Impact Exchange (GIX), a U.S. stock market focused on sustainability-driven companies, has announced the appointment of five new board members across its parent company and the exchange itself.
Among the new appointees is Nigeria’s Oscar Onyema, joining the board along with three others.
GIX says the new board members bring a wide range of experience in cybersecurity, ESG strategy, capital markets, and corporate governance, drawn from roles in both public and private sectors.
“These appointments represent a meaningful expansion of our board leadership and reinforce our mission to build a trusted, globally relevant exchange,” said Dan Labovitz, Chairman and CEO of the exchange.
The additions are expected to strengthen the exchange’s focus on transparency, market structure, and sustainability.
Oscar Onyema is a capital markets veteran who led the transformation of the Nigerian Stock Exchange and took NGX Group public. He has chaired key African and global exchanges.
He brings deep experience in exchange operations, governance, and market reform.
The Green Impact Exchange (GIX) is a newly approved U.S. national securities exchange focused on companies with defined environmental sustainability commitments.
Approved by the US Securities and Exchange Commission on April 11, 2025, GIX is expected to begin trading in early 2026.
It is designed to provide a platform for companies that align their operations with environmental goals and want to engage with investors interested in sustainability-related practices.
At launch, GIX will operate as a dual-listing exchange, allowing companies already listed on other national exchanges to list their shares on GIX as well.
To be eligible, companies must meet flexible Green Governance Standards, which include transparent reporting and adherence to environmental and governance criteria.
The exchange plans to allow primary listings in the future.
For companies that list, GIX may offer increased visibility among green investors and access to long-term capital.
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