Small-staffed foundations play a unique and critical role in the mission investing space given that they are nimble, non-bureaucratic, hyper-focused, and typically fast decision-makers when it comes to managing their mission investing portfolios. This session will discuss best practices and ways that social entrepreneurs, non-profits, and large …
The latest models of mission investing are bringing together formerly unlikely partners as the JPMorgan’s and Goldman Sachs’ of the world work together with foundations, NGOs, and government. We will discuss the cultural differences that exist among these organizations and the importance of speaking the same language …
This workshop will use slightly silly structures (speed “dating” about project ideas, magnetic topic circles, entrepreneurial type groups…) to spark real conversations about SOCAP14 themes with conference participants you might not otherwise meet. No direct pitching, but you’ll leave this session with a handful of unexpected connections …
“What legal form should I choose for my social enterprise startup?” “Should I change the corporate form of my existing venture?” Social entrepreneurs tend to ask this question way too soon. Better to be guided by passion and impulse (for innovation, for change, for meaningful impact), focused …
This session will help you think through your business model by asking yourself, “How am I currently operating? What are my strengths/weaknesses?” We will dissect concepts and transform them into digestible steps geared toward action-oriented processes. We will discuss the importance of human nuances such as communication …
The San Francisco Bay Area has become the model for “sharing transportation modes” and the technology that has made these options possible. Our panel will address how technology and innovation have enabled more access and connectivity to newer modes of shared transportation — such as carsharing, ride-sharing, …
Flow funding. Giving circles. Micro-granting. Crowdfunding. These methods are all examples of Indie Philanthropy (IP); an emerging philanthropic movement contributing to inclusive, creative and meaningful social change. In this panel we will explore IP and have a rich discussion with IP practitioners about pioneering grantmaking methods creating …
The largest source of capital is federal money. If you want to create social change on a large scale, you need to go after the largest capital market that exists by engaging in effective advocacy. By not targeting federal dollars, you’re missing out on the biggest piece …
Please join us for an unbounded conversation with Willy Foote (Root Capital) and Antony Bugg-Levine (Nonprofit Finance Fund) as they discuss the sometimes roller-coaster ride of running impact investing funds. Leading organizations with a combined ~50 years of collective experience making impact investments, Willy and Antony will …
For decades, those of us fighting poverty have circled around the private sector with a mixture of awe and revulsion. Engagement with the private sector has devolved into two opposing camps. In one corner are the rock-throwing corporate campaigners. In the other are those smitten with the …