Social Innovation Conferences and Events
The Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation holds social impact events globally, offering insights into how the sector operates and helping our community members prepare to solve complex problems.
Upcoming Events
IGNITE Cohort Application
IGNITE combines world-class business education, coaching, peer mentorship, networking, and consulting assistance to equip the executive leadership teams of organizations with tools to expand their impact on Chicago's communities. Applications are due Friday, October 2.
Campus Walking Tour
Monday, October 5, 4:45 - 5:15 p.m. CDT
Harper Center Front Entrance
Audience: Open to Booth students
Led by Rustandy Center staff, this walking tour introduces students to the neighborhoods surrounding the University of Chicago campus with a particular focus on social issues and business interests that have shaped this area and Chicago as a whole. After the tour join for a dinner and discussion with a local leader driving social innovation in the area.
Impact Investing 101 (Part 1)
Monday, October 12, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CDT
Gleacher Center, Room 303
Audience: Open to Booth students
Interested in participating in the Steven Tarrson Impact Investment Fund while at Booth? Looking to learn about the skills necessary to be an impact investor? Led by Priya Parrish, MBA ’09, impact investor in residence at the Rustandy Center, as well as other practitioners, the Impact Investing 101 sessions will provide students with a crash course in impact investing. This intro session will focus on defining impact investing and providing an overview of trends in the industry and career guidance.
Building an Impact Investing Career
Wednesday, October 14, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CDT
Gleacher Center
Audience: open to Booth students
Join Impact Capital Managers (ICM), The Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management for an interactive panel and networking session on building a career in impact investing.
Edwardson SNVC Team Building
Thursday, October 15, noon - 1:00 p.m. CDT
Harper Center, Room C-09
Audience: open to UChicago graduate students
Looking to join an Edwardson SNVC team or need to round out yours? Come to our Team Building event to connect with other students who are interested in the program.
This is an informal mixer, so come ready to meet people, share what you're working on, and find out what teams are looking for. Whether you have a venture and need collaborators or you're looking to get involved with an existing team, this is a great opportunity to make those connections.
South Side Bike Tour
Saturday, October 17, noon - 4:00 p.m. CDT
Harper Center Winter Garden
Audience: Open to Booth students
Bike with Professors George Wu and Ghian Foreman, MBA ’01, across Chicago's South Side, learning about the economic and social history of the area.
Participants must provide their own bicycles and helmets. Snacks and water will be available. Please bring a water bottle. Ride is limited to 30 participants. Please email Christopher Schneider at cschneider1@chicagobooth.edu if you are no longer planning on attending.
Impact Investing 101 (Part 2)
Tuesday, October 20, 11:45 - 1:00 p.m. CDT
Harper Center, Room 207D
Audience: Open to Booth students
Interested in participating in the Steven Tarrson Impact Investment Fund while at Booth? Looking to learn about the skills necessary to be an impact investor? Led by Rustandy Center impact investors in residence, the Impact Investing 101 sessions will provide students with a crash course in impact investing. Session two, led by Brittany Henry, MBA ’17, senior associate at Impact America Fund, will focus on sourcing and diligence.
Edwardson SNVC Workshop and Quick Pitch
Wednesday, October 28, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. CDT
Harper Center, Room C-06
Audience: open to UChciago graduate students
Getting ready to apply to the Edwardson SNVC? Join us for an application workshop and quick pitch event to help you put your best foot forward before the deadline. The first part of the event will walk you through the application process and give you a chance to ask questions before you submit. From there, teams interested in applying will have the opportunity to give a 5-minute pitch and get feedback before the real thing. Whether you're still refining your application or just want to hear what other teams are working on, this is a great event to attend before the deadline closes.
