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Speakers Fall 2008

by Kelsi Boyle — last modified 2008-11-17 16:17

Plenary Session: The Crisis on Wall Street and the Future of Social Investing

Our panelists will lead a discussion around these pressing questions:

What are the immediate impacts of the current crisis on social investing, and what role will social investors play in rebuilding the capital markets of the future?

From complexity and opaqueness to accountability and transparency: how can we assure that fiduciary responsibility reflects economic, social, and environmental realities?  Does the future demand a period of accelerated “fourth sector” innovation?

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  • Doug Bauer, Senior Vice President, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

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Evolution of Capital Markets: Examples from the U.s. and Beyond

Innovative ways to provide capital and exit opportunities for mission-based businesses are gaining traction around the globe, including regional stock exchanges in the UK and Brazil.  What are the implications for US capital markets and funding for social entrepreneurs? 

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  • Todd Millay, Managing Director, Choate Investment Advisors

Filling the Gap: Developing the Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem

In the traditional world of venture capital there is an organized and efficient network for entrepreneurs that includes a robust capital market, a full talent pipeline, a dedicated media platform, and a supportive government and tax code. This is largely absent in the social entrepreneurship realm. Panelists will share the latest developments in the creation of an ecosystem that allows social entrepreneurship to flourish.

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  • Jed Emerson, Managing Director for Integrated Performance, Uhuru Capital

Slow Money: The Answer to a Slow Economy

A founding group of advisors, funders and members are making 2008 the year of Slow Money. The newly organized 501c3, incubated by Investors' Circle, is designing strategies for investing in local food systems and promoting new definitions of fiduciary responsibility around principles of carrying capacity, cultural and biological diversity, non-violence and care of the commons.  Woody Tasch, joined by some of his collaborating partners, will present the vision, mission, and strategy for the new intermediary and share from his recently published book, Inquiries into the Nature of Slow Money.

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Skill Builder: Effective Board Participation

Navigating inclusive, stakeholder-focused business intentions with little legal precedence can be daunting.  What are best practices for board participation in multi stakeholder environments?

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Sector Showcase: Media that Matters

Media tells stories, motivates emotions and mobilizes consumers. Today, in the wake of social networking, e-commerce and mobile applications, the shape of media is changing. The panel will discuss the emergence of mission-oriented media as a viable business model in supporting social entrepreneurship.

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Speakers:

  • Jurriaan Kamp, Founder, Ode Magazine
  • Simran Sethi, Environmental Correspondent, CNBC & Professional Chair, University of Kansas School of Management
  • Ben Goldhirsh, Founder & Chairman, Good Magazine

Investing Strategy: Portfolio Alignment

How does one create a portfolio that satisfies both investment return and philanthropic objectives? Panelists will offer insights in how to awaken your "entire investor self" through the use of previously-segregated philanthropic capital. 

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