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 […]
The ROI of MentorshipBraintrustThursday, September 10, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutThis NationSwell Braintrust will convene cross-sector leaders to explore what it would take to establish mentorship as a recognized leadership capability and build a credentialed, scalable, and investable system that creates value for both companies and the next generation of talent. Grounded in iMentor's 25+ years […]
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 […]
Restoring Social Connection in America: The Promise and Peril of Technology, Media, and Digital LifeWednesday, September 16, 20261:00–2:00 PM ETMainStageAboutDeficits of trust, empathy, and a sense of common purpose are defining characteristics of the current moment in America. Our social fabric is threadbare as deepening polarization spills into many aspects of community life. The systems […]
Protecting Land, Sustaining Livelihoods: A Model for Place-Based Conservation & Economic GrowthBraintrustWednesday, September 16, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutLand conservation offers corporate sustainability leaders, climate-focused philanthropists, and nonprofits a rare opportunity: a climate solution that is both widely popular and an outlet for meaningful community engagement. However, this also requires understanding how to build durable, diversified […]
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 […]
Leadership Lunch with Julia Dhar: How Change Really WorksTuesday, September 22, 202612:00–2:00 PM ETNew York CityAbout Why do most efforts to make positive change fail — even when the strategy is right? It usually comes down to one gap: leaders and those they lead experience change very differently, and most organizations never close it. People […]
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 Current and Future-Proofing Global Food Systems: The Food, Climate, and Energy Nexus in New York CityWednesday, September 23, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutGlobal food systems are under real strain. Climate volatility, energy transitions, and consolidation across the value chain are compounding faster than most efforts are built to handle. At this NationSwell […]
Leadership Lunch with Nick Thompson: This American Moment + The Running GroundThursday, September 24, 202612:00–2:00 PM ETNew York CityAbout So much is colliding at once in this moment: how technology and AI are reshaping our institutions, how politics and the economy are colliding, how national security concerns are shifting, and how media and culture are […]
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 […]
Explore AI for All with Google: How AI Tools can Power Local Innovation and ImpactGoogle Community EventWednesday, September 30, 20261:00–6:00 PM ETAtlanta, GAAboutGeorgia is a global powerhouse for heavy-hitting data infrastructure — the real question isn't whether we innovate, but how we scale that innovation responsibly, equitably, and with maximum impact. Join Google for a […]
How Teams Are Using AI to Drive Operational EfficienciesBraintrustWednesday, September 30, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutAcross sectors, AI is rapidly changing how organizations operate, and impact, CSR, and sustainability teams are navigating that shift in real time. Some are finding new efficiencies in reporting, workflows, and stakeholder communications. Others are working through hard questions about implementation, […]
Alternative Financing Models for Workforce Development InitiativesVirtual RoundtableThursday, October 1, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutAlternative financing models could reshape how workforce development gets funded, but implementing them well requires navigating trade-offs in structure, risk, and measurement. Leaders considering these approaches often have more questions than answers about how to structure agreements, define success, and manage risk […]
Salon on The Pursuit of Common Purpose in the Bay AreaThursday, October 1, 20266:00–9:00 PM PTSalonAboutAmerica'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, possibility for greater civic engagement, for better dialogue, and for deeper connection across our differences. […]
Measuring Impact: Getting to the Level of OutcomesVirtual RoundtableTuesday, October 6, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutMost impact teams and organizations can report on outputs, but measuring what actually changes for people further downstream remains a harder and more valuable challenge. Doing this well often means rethinking data infrastructure, timelines, and how success gets defined and communicated […]
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 […]
Salon on The Pursuit of Common Purpose in Washington, DCThursday, October 8, 20266:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutAmerica'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, possibility for greater civic engagement, for better dialogue, and for deeper connection across our differences. The […]
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 […]
