Sorenson Impact

Yesterday, we hosted a networking luncheon in partnership with Jim and Krista Anderson-Sorenson, founders of Sorenson Impact, to connect different players in our ecosystem, including a group of local founders, tech investors, and other ecosystem leaders. The luncheon sparked insightful discussions around the strategic use of capital to drive positive social change. It also enabled the formation of powerful partnerships among local founders, tech investors, and ecosystem leaders. Many thanks to everyone who graced us with their presence and the Sorenson family for partnering with us for this crucial gathering.

Our insights for this month dive into our participation in the Impact Evaluation Lab pilot study, together with Sorenson Impact, for the Impact Authenticity Score. Gaining valuable insights into our impact rigor and processes, the assessment methodology and resulting report card confirmed the strength of our impact strategy, supporting the Lab's mission to enhance transparency and accountability in impact investing Read below to learn more: #impactinvesting #inclusivefinance #sme

How do Global Impact Leaders feel about the state of the impact field? We're excited to share findings from our 2024 annual survey of the Institute's Global Impact Leaders, a network of impact practitioners and thought leaders working toward positive social and environmental impact around the world. The 2024 survey report focuses on three key areas: the SDGs; public policy & impact; and impact investing. Explore the report for insights into how members feel about the work being done, the realities that need to be faced, and the keys to a more successful future: https://lnkd.in/gia-Ahbg #GlobalImpactLeaders #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #ImpactInvesting

Now available: audio and video recordings from #SOCAP24! 💡 This collection features powerful dialogues on a range of topics — from empowering marginalized communities to regenerating food systems to AI’s role in impact. The more than 100 sessions from SOCAP24 share a common thread: How can we dig deeper and utilize capital to urgently advance the change we seek? ↪️ Sign up to get on-demand access to the SOCAP24 session playlist and share this resource with your networks! https://hubs.la/Q02_g9qy0 [Image description: Access the SOCAP24 Session Playlist.]

🌟 2025 Hillary Innovation Summit - Speaker Announcement: Geoff Davis 🌟 We’re excited to announce Geoff Davis as a keynote speaker at the 2025 Hillary Innovation Summit, 17-18 February 2025 in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Geoff is a multi-time founder/CEO and impact investor using entrepreneurship and investment to help people and the planet. His organisations have invested in more than 200 high-impact companies globally, lent more than $3.5 billion to over 14 million small businesses worldwide, and helped over 12 million families work their way out of poverty. As Senior Advisor, and former CEO, of Sorenson Impact Institute, part of the Sorenson Impact Group, Geoff advises families, entrepreneurs and organisations on creative use of capital. He chairs SOCAP Global, sits on the MIT Solve fund investment committee, and is Senior Advisor at Cicero Group. Previously, he co-founded Cicero Impact Capital, was CEO of Unitus, a microfinance pioneer, and led the Perpetual Education Fund, enabling the creation of 50,000 small businesses in 100 countries. At the 2025 Hillary Innovation Summit, Geoff will share his expertise and insights on ‘Regenerative Finance and New Models of Capital’, exploring how innovative financial approaches can drive transformative change. Traditional finance has often been criticised as extractive and self-serving, however new models of regenerative finance and investment are emerging as tools for progress and of benefit to society and the planet. Geoff will explore: ✨ The principles of regenerative finance ✨ Real-world examples and results of these principles in action ✨ How Aotearoa NZ and Edmund Hillary Fellows can leverage these tools and concepts to advance transformative change ⏳ Just 1 Week Left for Earlybird Tickets! Secure your spot by Sunday 15 December to save $500 and join us on 17–18 February 2025. Don’t miss this chance to be inspired by leaders like Geoff and make 2025 a transformative year for you, your organisation, and Aotearoa NZ. https://lnkd.in/gNxw23i9

Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) are cornerstones in Low-to-Moderate Income communities across the U.S., providing key financial services to those who are largely overlooked by traditional financial institutions. Despite this clear focus on impact for these communities, the MDI sector has been largely overlooked by impact investors. In this #SOCAP24 conversation, panelists discuss the opportunities presented by MDIs and how impact investors can look to partner with them to scale racial equity and climate financing in America's marginalized communities. https://lnkd.in/gvcpMhfz 💡 Check out the recording for insights from: • John Balbach | MacArthur Foundation • Edgar Romney | Amalgamated Bank • Christopher White | National Bankers Association Foundation • Katie Macc | Sorenson Impact Institute PS: Sign up here to access SOCAP Global's full SOCAP24 session playlist with 100+ powerful conversations from this year's event! https://lnkd.in/gbAik4uJ

You're invited! ✉️ We're thrilled to share that tickets are now available to #SOCAP25! Join us from October 27 to 29 in San Francisco for one of the world’s largest convenings of the impact ecosystem. This event will bring together global impact leaders, practitioners, investors, and entrepreneurs who are committed to mobilizing capital to address our world’s most critical issues. 🌟 Tickets are now on sale at the lowest price they will be before the event. Don't wait to secure your spot — this offer runs through December 31, 2024 only! https://lnkd.in/gaRPed7u [Image description: Meet us at SOCAP24. October 27-29. San Francisco.]

I am fully on board with the article from the Sorenson Impact Institute detailing the authentic combination of purpose and profession behind impact investing. It's really worth calling out from the piece that as assets under management (AUM) of sustainable and impact investing are growing faster than in any other sector, investment organizations are responding to this accelerating client demand. #ImpactInvesting

For 17 years, the annual SOCAP Global conference has served as one of the world’s largest convenings for the impact ecosystem. Among this year’s attendees were several members of the Sorenson Impact community. We joined the event as speakers, hosts, volunteers, and participants eager to learn from and connect with fellow changemakers dedicated to making a difference. 💬💡 Following #SOCAP24, we invited members of our team to share their experiences and learnings. Take a look at their insights and explore examples of the work the Sorenson Impact community is driving to advance these trends: https://lnkd.in/gCPpVjv3

For the first time, The Idea Center at Miami Dade College has teamed up with the Sorenson Impact Institute to launch a new wave of impact investors. Three talented MDC students were chosen to join an exclusive cohort hosted at the University of Utah, where they’ll dive into hands-on impact investing alongside peers from schools like Bowie State University. Over the next eight months, these 15 students will be at the front lines of venture capital—sourcing deals, investing real funds, and driving social enterprises that make a difference. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, MDC is excited to unlock career paths in impact investing, expanding access to a field that’s historically hard to break into. We’re eager to see the game-changing journeys these students will lead!