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
The Business of Philanthropy
Wednesday, November 4, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CST
Gleacher Center, Room 303
Audience: Open to all.
Join Julia Stasch, philanthropy executive in residence at the Rustandy Center and immediate past president of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, for The Business of Philanthropy.
During the session, Stasch will share an insider perspective on how philanthropy works, its role in the economy, current controversies and public perception, and potential for impact through partnership.
Building an Impact Investing Career with Cassandra Martynow, AM ’13, MBA ’23
Tuesday, November 17, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. CST
Gleacher Center, Room 303
Audience: Open to all Booth students.
Join the Booth Corporate Sustainability Club for a fireside chat with Cassandra Martynow, AM ’13, MBA ’23, director of sustainability for Sunlife, on building and evolving a career in corporate sustainability. This candid discussion will explore how to leverage your MBA and professional experience to pivot into sustainability or bring a sustainability lens to your current career, especially during challenging moments for the field.
Martynow will share perspectives from her own career journey, including navigating career transitions, identifying transferable skills and closing gaps, and finding opportunities to create impact within a corporate environment.
Can Climate Change Be Regulated: What’s After the Repeal of the Endangerment Finding?
Wednesday, November 18, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. CST
Harper Center, Room 104
Audience: Open to all
What does the reversal of the 2009 EPA Endangerment Finding mean for the future of climate governance?
On Wednesday, November 18, the University of Chicago’s Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth and the Rustandy Center will host an evening of conversation featuring Christian Leuz, Michael Greenstone, Megan Ceronsky, John Podesta, and other climate thought leaders to explore this central question. Ready to dive deeper?
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