Deepening Business Value and Community Impact Through Employee EngagementVirtual RoundtableTuesday, July 21, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutEmployee engagement has long been a cornerstone of corporate impact. But in today’s environment, leaders are under growing pressure to show how these programs deliver value not just for communities, but for the business itself. In this roundtable, NationSwell will […]
Reframing the Narrative Around Skilled Trade Careers Virtual Roundtable Wednesday, July 22, 2026 4:00pm – 5:00pm ET About Skilled trade careers are essential to the economy—and gaining increased attention and investment as AI begins to reshape other professional pathways. Yet outdated perceptions, limited visibility, and fragmented access points continue to steer talent away from these […]
NationSwell Leadership Lunch: PhiladelphiaTuesday, July 28, 202612:00–2:00 PM ETPhiladelphiaAbout NationSwell is convening a small group of impact leaders for an intimate Leadership Lunch bringing together those working across the city and greater Philadelphia region. This gathering is designed to deepen relationships across the local ecosystem, strengthen community, and connect peers navigating a shared set of […]
Leadership Lunch with Michael Clinton: Longevity NationThursday, July 30, 202612:00–2:00 PM ETNew York CityAbout Longevity! We’re hearing so much about it. It’s really a conversation about health, wellness and human flourishing. All of those things are so important to us as humans and leaders. How do we cut through the noise, to understand what is […]
Resetting the Public Narrative Around U.S. PhilanthropyVirtual RoundtableTuesday, August 4, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutPhilanthropy in the U.S. is facing a shift in public perception. What was once broadly seen as a force for good is now, in some circles, framed as politicized, opaque, or even at odds with democratic values. These narratives are gaining traction—and […]
Latino Leaders Working GroupWorking GroupWednesday, August 5, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutA safe space for Hispanic and Latino leaders to connect, celebrate their strengths, and share practical strategies for advancing leadership, equity, and community impact. Together, we’ll create a cross-sectoral alliance that uplifts, empowers, and inspires. To encourage open and candid discussion, this event follows the […]
White Oak at Scale: Building Durable Infrastructure for Military and Veteran FamiliesBraintrustThursday, August 6, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutWhat would it take to transform White Oak—a cross-sector coalition serving military and veteran families—into a lasting platform for resilience and systems change? In this conversation, we will pressure-test the institutional design required for that leap: the capital […]
Leader Briefing: Q3 Social Impact TrendsVirtual RoundtableTuesday, August 11, 202612:00pm – 12:30pm ET AboutEach quarter NationSwell tracks the most important trends, shifts, and moments shaping the social impact space. Before we publish our Q3 findings, join us for a 30-minute virtual briefing from a leader on our Insights team who will walk through what we’re tracking […]
NationSwell Leadership Lunch: New JerseyWednesdsy, August 12, 202612:00–2:00 PM ETNew JerseyAbout NationSwell is convening a small group of impact leaders for an intimate Leadership Lunch, bringing together cross-sector leaders from across New Jersey and the broader region. Co-hosted by the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the gathering is designed to deepen relationships within the local ecosystem, […]
Measuring Place-Based ImpactVirtual RoundtableTuesday, August 18, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutBy its very nature, place-based work is bespoke to the specific community it is focused on, with their specific history, environment, cultural identity, industries and skills, opportunities and challenges, and leaders driving the work. With that level of customization, are there standards and best practices we […]
Capital Access Strategies for Building Collective WealthVirtual RoundtableTuesday, August 25, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutAccess to capital—through lending, investment, and other financial products or services—is one of the most powerful levers for building wealth and expanding economic opportunity. But for too many individuals, families, and communities, that access remains uneven, hard to navigate, or out of […]
Exercising Influence With Your C-suite and BoardVirtual RoundtableThursday, September 3, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutFor corporate impact leaders, success depends heavily on securing buy-in from the C-suite and board—on strategy, resourcing, and priorities. Getting there requires a blend of credibility, careful relationship management, a business-oriented mental model, and persuasive storytelling. In this roundtable, NationSwell will convene […]
Combatting Hunger and Food InsecurityVirtual RoundtableWednesday, September 9, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutHunger remains one of the most persistent and visible challenges facing communities across the U.S. Rising costs, strained safety nets, and uneven access to nutritious food are leaving individuals and families at risk. In conjunction with National Hunger Action Month, this roundtable will bring […]
Preparing for the Midterm ElectionsVirtual RoundtableThursday, September 10, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe 2026 midterm elections will take place in a climate of low trust, high polarization, and growing scrutiny of institutions. Many organizations will be looking for ways to support participation without inflaming division, undermining credibility, or crossing legal and reputational lines. NationSwell invites leaders […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in Los AngelesThursday, September 17, 20266:00–9:00 PM PTLos AngelesAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature Dinner series […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in New York CityTuesday, September 22, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature […]
Salon on The Pursuit of Common Purpose in New York CityWednesday, September 23, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutAmerica's 250th birthday invites us to reflect on our rich history, our imperfect progress, and our yet-to-be charted path forward. There is, in this moment, a possibility for greater civic engagement, for better dialogue, and for deeper connection […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in New York CityThursday, September 24, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature […]
AI-Enabled Impact Measurement Reporting and StorytellingVirtual RoundtableTuesday, September 29, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutAI is starting to reshape how impact teams collect data, generate insights, and communicate results. But most leaders are still figuring out where inside of these goals AI adds value versus where it introduces unnecessary risks or uncertainties. In this roundtable, NationSwell will […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in San FranciscoTuesday, October 6, 20266:00–9:00 PM PTSan FranciscoAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature Dinner series […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in DallasWednesday, October 14, 20266:00–9:00 PM CTDallasAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature Dinner series on Leading […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in Washington, DCWednesday, November 4, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETWashington, DCAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature Dinner series […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in New York CityTuesday, November 17, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutThis year has been no stranger to turbulence and uncertainty, nor has it been without bright spots and hard-won progress. It's in moments like this one — murky and demanding — that good leadership matters most. NationSwell’s Signature […]
