
Our Mission? That’s simple: help you pass your ESG exam.
Experience Unmatched Exam Preparation for CFA ESG and GARP SCR, Tailored by Industry Experts.
About Brainie
Acknowledging our dedication to sustainability, Brainie has been honored with the prestigious title of "Best ESG Investing Exam Preparation Specialists" for the consecutive years of 2023 and 2024.
Founded in 2022 in Switzerland, Brainie has quickly established itself as the leading prep provider for sustainability-related exams. As a trusted CFA Institute Prep Provider and GARP Exam Prep Provider (EPP), we are the go-to source for CFA ESG and GARP SCR study materials.
Our comprehensive offerings include an acclaimed Q-bank, engaging video series, realistic mock exams, and concise summary notes—all designed to help candidates worldwide excel. We are proud to have supported countless individuals in obtaining the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing and the Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate.
At Brainie, our reputation for excellence and dedication to empowering investment professionals to achieve their full potential sets us apart. Join the ranks of successful candidates and let Brainie guide you on your path to success.
In Brief
Founded in Switzerland
Led by CFA Charterholders
20+ Years of Experience in Finance
We speak 5 Languages
Meet the Team

Patrick Rissi
Founder
Patrick is the Founder of Brainie. Apart from his work at Brainie, he is an Investment Manager for a Switzerland-based boutique asset management firm that runs opportunistic equity investment strategies. He is also in charge of the firms ESG and Sustainability-strategy, and in that capacity developed a framework to integrate ESG into the investment process. Prior to this role, he worked at a major Investment Bank as an Equity Sales, serving asset management clients with the most recent sell-side research and market insights, including ESG research of the various companies.

Luca Michienzi
Partner
Luca is a Partner at Brainie. Luca has more than 10 years of asset management experience. His current role is Account Manager for a leading global asset management firm, focused on bringing the firm’s investment approaches and market research to its wealth management and institutional clients. In his role, Luca has first-hand experience in helping private banks and other investors achieve their sustainability objectives within their investment mandates. Prior to his current role, he worked at a different major asset management firm in its Private Equity and Infrastructure department.

Lavinia Silvi
Sustainability Expert
Lavinia is Brainie’s FSA expert, bringing a wealth of experience from her time at an impact investing boutique and as a sustainability officer in a corporate setting. Her unique background gives her a well-rounded perspective on both the financial and operational aspects of sustainability. As a dedicated Sustainability Expert at Brainie, Lavinia excels at developing engaging and comprehensive learning materials. With her deep knowledge of the curriculum and a passion for education, she simplifies complex concepts and ensures candidates feel supported throughout their learning journey. Her expertise and dedication make her an indispensable part of our team.

Alison Brooks
Sustainability Expert
Alison is Brainie’s Impact Investing expert, leveraging her extensive experience as a Sustainable Investment Frameworks Manager for a leading asset manager. Her expertise provides a deep understanding of the principles and practices of impact investing. As a key contributor to our Impact Investing Certificate, Alison plays a vital role in creating insightful and practical learning materials. Her commitment to making complex topics approachable and actionable empowers candidates to confidently navigate the challenges of sustainable finance. Alison’s expertise and dedication make her an invaluable member of the Brainie team.

Rabia Ahmed
Sustainability Expert
Rabia is Brainie’s expert on government debt and sustainability, drawing on her extensive experience at the Debt Management Office of a Ministry of Finance. Her role provides her with deep insights into government debt and sustainability from a public-sector perspective. In addition to her expertise in these areas, Rabia will lead our initiatives on the AI front, particularly with the GARP Risk and AI Certificate. Her comprehensive knowledge and innovative approach ensure that candidates receive cutting-edge, practical insights. Rabia’s contributions and leadership make her an indispensable part of the Brainie team.

Valerian Valkin
Tech Expert
Valerian, as the CTO at Brainie and CEO of 2V Modules, plays a crucial role in maintaining our platform at the forefront of innovation. His deep expertise in developing edtech platforms is integral to our mission, enabling us to consistently meet and anticipate customer needs. Through his leadership, we are committed to keeping our platform state-of-the-art, constantly innovating and improving to ensure that our preparation processes remain as efficient and effective as possible, thereby solidifying our position as leaders in the edtech space.
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Customer Reviews that Speak for Themselves
Our Google reviews speak for themselves - they are genuine and come straight from the heart. We're proud to share them with you, so you can see how we've helped others achieve their goals and how we can help you too.

Lina Attie, 11. May 2023
Brainie was very useful for my preparation of the ESG Certification which I passed in March 2023. The question bank and mock exams really helped me understand the content of the exam in an efficient way. I highly recommend anyone to purchase Brainie before the exam.

Fredrika Cederlund, 29. April 2023
I used Brainie for my CFA ESG revision and it added so much value to my studies. Brainie provides a comprehensive Q bank which complements CFA's material well. I would recommend!

james wyant, 14. January 2023
I used Brainie in preparation for the Certificate in ESG Investing and highly recommend the materials. Read through the curriculum once, take flash cards, then supplement with the robust Brainie question bank to drill questions over and over. I felt very relaxed and confident going into the exam and credit this to the Brainie study materials! I chose Brainie based on reviews I came across on Reddit and people swear by it. I found them extremely helpful and affordable.

Karol Brodziński, 18. May 2023
I used Brainie to prepare for my CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing exam. It is a great tool supporting the study process. Notes were very useful and the question bank helps activate the knowledge acquired while reading through the curriculum. Great addition to the official CFA Institute’s materials. Highly recommended!

Antonio Cabeda, 26. January 2023
Good Qbank, helped me to drill the material, I would recommend to anyone thinking about taking the CFA ESG exam

michele meister, 14. May 2023
Very useful to study for the Cfa ESG exam.