Ethical Tech and the Future of Social Impact Location: VirtualThursday May 25, 20234:00pm - 5:00pm ET | 1:00pm - 2:00pm PTAbout Our boldest aspirations for a more equitable and just world rely on leveraging technology in order to engage communities and participants across digital channels. Whether it’s a future of work powered by software that […]
Taking Measurement and Evaluation to the Next LevelVirtual Leader RoundtableMay 31, 20234:00pm – 5:00PM ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTStakeholders are demanding more and more in terms of explanation, reporting, and outcomes around ESG. As the leaders who are driving this work, you care deeply about the impact you’re having and understand the imperative to […]
The Next Era of Accountability and ReportingVirtual Leader RoundtableTuesday, June 6, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTMounting stakeholder pressure and inbound regulatory shifts — including a looming final SEC rule on climate-related disclosures — are creating a reporting environment that’s increasingly difficult to navigate. As companies continue to innovate on their emissions […]
DEIB Post-2020: Lessons Learned and Challenges AheadVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, June 14, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTCorporate leaders made bold commitments to racial equity and diversity in the immediate aftermath of George Floyd’s murder. More than three years down the line, how can we measure and communicate what’s been achieved? In our […]
Seattle Braintrust: Navigating the Role of Philanthropy in an Increasingly Political EnvironmentBrainstrust | Seattle,WA | Exact Location TBDFriday, June 23, 20239:00am – 11:00am PSTABOUTOn the threshold of a Presidential election and pending supreme court decisions on a range of critical social issues, philanthropic institutions are engaged in reflection and dialogue around their responsibilities to U.S. […]
Achieving Climate Effectiveness Through Climate JusticeVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, July 12, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTAs companies and funders deepen their climate commitments and dial in on the operations behind decarbonization, they have an opportunity to create more equitable, just, and lasting solutions — and a responsibility to reduce the potential social […]
Strategizing the ‘S’ in ESG: A convening of leaders to share what works and cutting edge models to create a robust external corporate social impact strategyTuesday, July 25, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ETAboutJazz Pharmaceuticals is in the process of formalizing and enhancing their social impact strategy with NationSwell’s support. Alongside a series […]
Shaping the Future Together: Generative AI in Social Impact, Philanthropy, and SustainabilityVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, July 26, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTAs we step into a new era of technological advancements, generative AI holds enormous potential to transform our approaches to social impact, philanthropy, and sustainability. During this virtual Leader Roundtable, we’ll […]
Developing Excellence and Fostering Commitment From your TeamsVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, August 9, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTWe are in a time of great need and opportunity for social impact and sustainability-focused work. In the face of mounting pressures and ambitious goals, leaders are as dependent as ever on the proficiency, creativity, […]
Corporate Capital Meets Social Good: The Next Wave of Impact InvestingVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, August 23, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTAs the global impact investing market surpasses $1 trillion USD, a growing number of companies are adopting the strategy. They are motivated by the limitations of traditional philanthropy to fundamentally alter the […]
Obtaining and Optimizing an Impact and Sustainability BudgetVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, September 13, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTThe past year has brought macroeconomic headwinds to social impact and sustainability work at many organizations, prompting innovation and resourcefulness among leaders who remain committed to driving positive change. Looking ahead to 2024, as many […]
Preparing Youth for the Future of WorkVirtual RoundtableThursday, September 14, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ETAboutOur nation has struggled to equip all students for meaningful civic engagement and success in the global economy, resulting in unequal educational, economic, and civic opportunities for BIPOC students and workers. To address this issue, we must tackle three key educational gaps: […]
Navigating DEIB HeadwindsVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, September 27, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTThe rising tide of anti-DEIB rhetoric, activism, and litigation is concerning. The Supreme Court’s recent ruling against established equal protection under law not only effectively ended the use of affirmative action in college admissions, but also paved the way for […]
How to Foster Senior Executive Support and Engagement for your Social Impact and Sustainability WorkVirtual Leader RoundtableWednesday, October 11, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTBuy-in and active support from senior executives is one of the most critical factors in the resourcing, prioritization, and durability of social impact and sustainability efforts. So, what […]
Renegotiating the Social Contract RoundtableVirtual RoundtableTuesday, October 24, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ETAbout A social contract outlines the rights and duties of individuals within a society. In America, our constitution explicitly defines some of these rights, while others, more implicit, evolve over time. As we navigate a period of rapid technological and societal change, it is […]
Seattle Braintrust: Building a More Durable Future for DEIB InitiativesBraintrust | Seattle,WA | Exact Location TBDThursday, November 9, 20239:00am – 11:00am PSTABOUTThe past few months have produced a surge of anti-DEIB rhetoric, activism, and litigation, in part driven by the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the use of affirmative action in college admissions. As […]
Diversifying Talent Pipelines and the Importance of Ongoing InvestmentVirtual Roundtable | ZoomTuesday, November 14th, 20234:00–5:00 PM ET / 1:00–2:00 PM PTABOUT It has become clear that diversifying talent pipelines is an increasing priority for employers. Companies are interested in hiring more first-generation college students and talent of color than ever before, and there is a […]
Centering Equity in AIBraintrust | San FranciscoNovember 28th, 202310:00am - 12:00pm PTABOUT Location information to be shared upon registration. Generative AI will revolutionize our society, propel progress in our economy, and disrupt our democracy. As we grapple with the prospects and perils of AI, it is imperative we center the conversation on equity. Leaders have […]
Safeguarding Democracy: A Call to Action for the 2024 ElectionVirtual Leader RoundtableTuesday, December 5, 20234:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTABOUTOne year out from the 2024 election, the dangers of hyperpolarization, political violence, and support for anti-democratic candidates are now evident and well-documented. We are well past the point of diagnosing these inbound […]
What’s Ahead in Climate & SustainabilityVirtual RoundtableTuesday, January 30, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutThe first-ever global stocktake in 2023 confirmed what we already know: we are significantly off track to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement. As we begin a new year, the time is right for us to reflect […]
Cultivating Wellbeing in the WorkplaceVirtual RoundtableTuesday, February 13, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutThe COVID-19 pandemic, social justice movements, and changes in U.S. policy over the past few years have contributed to a significant evolution in the ways employees relate to their workplaces and their employers. Today, employees and leaders alike place […]
What’s Ahead in Corporate Purpose and ImpactVirtual RoundtableTuesday, February 20, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutThe beginning of a new year — one in which the stakes seem impossibly high for impact-driven work — marks a great opportunity to pause, take stock, and dial in on where we can be most effective […]
HappinessVirtual RoundtableThursday, March 21, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAbout What does it mean to be truly happy, and why can happiness seem so elusive? Happiness is more than a feeling—it's an indicator of health and longevity, a measure of societal prosperity, and a reflection of institutional success. However, happiness isn’t a […]
What’s Ahead in PhilanthropyVirtual RoundtableTuesday, March 26, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutA year characterized by a set of clear-cut challenges — including economic uncertainty, a high-stakes election, and the social turbulence still being felt in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic — will require philanthropy and nonprofit leaders to be clear-eyed […]
The Case for Childcare Collaborative: Employer Solutions & Barriers to Supporting Frontline Working Families Virtual RoundtableThursday, April 18, 20242:00pm – 3:15pm ET / 11:00am – 12:15pm PTAboutWe believe employers play a critical role in the childcare movement with the ability to provide resources, supportive policies, and paid time off for childcare duties. Research shows that […]
