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How organizations structure for social good

Takeaways from NationSwell’s braintrust on “How organizations structure for social good”

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Cradle to Career — What’s Working Best

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable “Cradles to Careers — What’s Working Best”

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Driving Climate Resilience: How Impact Teams Prepare Communities for a Changing World

Takeaways from NationSwell’s Leader Roundtable on Driving Climate Resilience: How Impact Teams Prepare Communities for a Changing World.

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Non-Profit Leader Braintrust: Navigating and Adapting to a Changing Landscape

Takeaways from NationSwell’s Non-Profit Leader Braintrust: Navigating and Adapting to a Changing Landscape

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Impact X Talent: Scalable and Sustainable Talent Development

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual roundtable on Impact X Talent: Scalable and Sustainable Talent Development.

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Creating Shared Value and a Better Business Case for Impact

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable on Creating Shared Value and a Better Business Case for Impact.

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Innovative Philanthropy in Times of Uncertainty and Urgency

Takeaways from NationSwell’s roundtable event on Innovative Philanthropy in Times of Uncertainty and Urgency

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Deepening employee engagement amid workplace evolution

Takeaways from NationSwell’s roundtable event, Deepening Employee Engagement Amid Workplace Evolution.

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Inside & Out: Education, Community and Opportunity for the Incarcerated

Takeaways from NationSwell’s guided tour of Mount Tamalpais College in San Quentin Prison.

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The Bottom Line: Collective Action for Clean Air

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable on taking collective action to provide cleaner air for all.

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AI-Powered Impact: Advancing Mission Delivery with Artificial Intelligence

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable on AI-Powered Impact: Advancing Mission Delivery with Artificial Intelligence.

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Impact x Talent: Updating Talent Development Systems for the Workforce of the Future

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable on Impact x Talent: Updating Talent Development Systems for the Workforce of the Future.

Elevating Innovative and Highly Effective Impact Programs and Models

Takeaways from NationSwell’s Leader Roundtable on Elevating Innovative and Highly Effective Impact Programs and Models

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Investing in the Next Generation: Youth, Mental Health, and Investing in Emerging Leaders

Takeaways from NationSwell’s virtual Leader Roundtable on Investing in the Next Generation: Youth, Mental Health, and Investing in Emerging Leaders.

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Building Thriving Futures: The Power of Place-based Strategies

Takeaways from Building Thriving Futures: The Power of Place-based Strategies, hosted in partnership with FUSE.

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A Thriving Economy for All: Strategies for Collective Wealth Building

Takeaways from NationSwell’s Leader Roundtable on A Thriving Economy for All: Strategies for Collective Wealth Building.

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Impact Imperative: Innovative and Effective Partnership Models

Takeaways from NationSwell’s roundtable discussion on the Impact Imperative: Innovative and Effective Partnership Models.

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A Thriving Economy for All: Equitable Career Pathways

The takeaways from our leader roundtable dedicated to unpacking the cutting-edge strategies and most effective initiatives, programs, and models for fostering equitable career pathways.

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Telling Your Impact Story: Strategies for Effective Communication

Takeaways from our leader roundtable on how leaders can craft narratives that resonate, engage, and drive support for their priorities.

DEI at a Crossroads: Protecting Progress in a New Political Reality

Takeaways from our conversation taking stock of all the challenges and opportunities this new reality presents, and the strategies leaders are implementing to protect and evolve their initiatives in a shifting landscape.

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Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year Ahead

Takeaways from our discussion on how we can energize, advance, and even reimagine the work of social impact into 2025 and beyond.

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What’s Ahead in Social Impact and AI

Takeaways from panelists on how AI is currently being leveraged to meet societal challenges and surface ethical considerations and best practices for responsible AI implementation moving forward.

Thriving Economy for All: The Case for Childcare

Takeaways from NationSwell’s roundtable on employer-driven childcare solutions that support working families, strengthen the workforce, and fuel economic growth.

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Collaboration in Action: Supporting Communities Amid LA Wildfires

Takeaways from our discussion on how to best allocate energy and resources in response to the near and long-term impacts of the disaster.

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Not Business As Usual: Being an Effective Philanthropy Leader in the Year Ahead

Takeaways from our conversation on the most urgent trends and what’s needed to unlock even more transformational impact on the road ahead.

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Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year Ahead

Takeaways from our virtual Leader Roundtable to discuss how we can energize, advance, and even reimagine the work of social impact into 2025 and beyond.

The Intersection of Caregiving and Business: NationSwell Summit Explores the Care Crisis

Learn how public-private partnerships, innovative policies, and workplace solutions can drive economic growth and support caregivers.

Strengthening Our Social Fabric: How Connection and Care Shape Public Health, a Fireside Chat with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy

To close NationSwell Summit 2024, Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joined Kelly Corrigan to explore the urgent loneliness epidemic facing our country.

Augment and Evolve: Empowering Workers in an AI Driven World

Presented by Omidyar Network, this Summit panel illuminated a critical pathway forward: focusing not just on how AI will shape the future, but how we in turn can shape the future of AI.

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Creating Opportunity: Building Equitable Communities for the Future, a Fireside Chat with Julián Castro

From NationSwell Summit 2024, a riveting Fireside chat between the current CEO of the Latino Community Foundation, Julián Castro, and NationSwell CEO, Greg Behrman.

The Takeaway | DEI in Focus: Understanding, Defending, and Advancing Together

Key learnings from our virtual Mainstage, DEI in Focus, a rich conversation between Sid Espinosa (former mayor of Palo Alto and current Head of Social Impact at GitHub), and Stacey Abrams (lawyer, voting rights activist, political leader, and bestselling author).

The Takeaway | In the Green Seat: Lessons from Sustainability Executives on Designing for Impact

Unlock lessons from sustainability executives on designing for impact from our Mainstage where we unpacked some of the wisdom, challenges, and unlocks shaping this dynamic moment in sustainability.

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The Takeaway | AI x Climate: Our Make or Break Moment

Explore takeaways from NationSwell’s panel of thought leaders, experts, and innovators at the intersection of AI and Climate to explore the transformative potential of AI in addressing climate-related issues.

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The Takeaway | Ethical Tech and the Future of Social Impact

Whether it’s a future of work powered by software that supports workers and businesses alike, technology infrastructure to manage sustainable […]

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The Takeaway | Building Culture and the Role of Leadership

For the past two years, organizations have been forced to navigate a series of social, financial, and political pressures that […]

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The Takeaway | The Future of the Workforce

On January 25, members of the nationswell council gathered for an in-person salon in New York City to discuss the […]

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The Takeaway | Inclusive Leadership: How We Lead Online and Offline

The pandemic ushered in a wave of fresh challenges for companies and leaders, but it also served as a much-needed […]

The Next Series

Impact Next: An interview with Siegel Family Endowment’s Katy Knight

An interview with Katy Knight, Executive Director and President of Siegel Family Endowment.

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Impact Next: An interview with New Profit’s Tulaine Montgomery

For this installment of Impact Next, NationSwell interviewed Tulaine Montgomery, CEO of New Profit.

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Impact Next: An interview with Visa Foundation’s Graham MacMillan

For this installment of Impact Next, NationSwell interview Graham Macmillan, president of Visa Foundation.

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Impact Next: An interview with Gilead Sciences’ Carmen Villar

Carmen Villar of Gilead Sciences explores her journey from public service to corporate leadership, driven by her family’s emphasis on social justice and her belief in leveraging private sector resources for social good.

Impact Next: An interview with Wells Fargo Foundation’s Darlene Goins

Darlene Goins, President of the Wells Fargo Foundation, shares how to leverage the full breadth of philanthropy resources to create social impact.

Impact Next: An interview with the Seattle Foundation’s Alesha Washington

Alesha Washington, President and CEO of the Seattle Foundation, reflects on her career path, shaped by a deep commitment to philanthropy and mentorship.

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Impact Next: An interview with Kyndryl’s Pam Hacker

Discover how Pam Hacker, Vice President of Social Impact at Kyndryl, transforms her lifelong passion for giving back into a career that drives social and economic progress.

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Impact Next: An interview with Western Governors University’s Scott Pulsipher

Explore Scott Pulsipher’s journey as President of Western Governors University, where he leads with a people-centered approach to expand access to affordable, high-quality education.

Pathways to Economic Opportunity

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Pathways to Economic Opportunity: MassMutual Foundation and Opportunity Finance Network

Dennis Duquette, president and CEO of the MassMutual Foundation, lays out a newly-announced partnership with Opportunity Finance Network to launch the CDFI Innovation Initiative — a new effort designed to drive innovation, scale impact, and build new infrastructure for the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) industry.

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Pathways to Economic Opportunity: Extern

Extern shares more on Externship – a new form of professional experience that its students say is a more flexible and accessible alternative to internship or co-op programs.

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Pathways to Economic Opportunity: Barclays and COOP Careers

As wealth and income inequality continue to climb in the United States, some employers are developing innovative models and catalytic […]

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Pathways to Economic Opportunity: Dow Last Mile Fund for Manufacturing & Skilled Trades

In a new interview series, Pathways to Economic Opportunity, NationSwell spoke to Ruthe Farmer, Last Mile Education Fund and Fabio Mendes, Dow about their talent pipeline partnership, the Dow Last Mile Fund for Manufacturing & Skilled Trades.

Five Minutes With…

Five Minutes with Alix Guerrier, CEO of DonorsChoose

Five Minutes with Alix Guerrier, CEO of DonorsChoose.

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Five Minutes With Hala Hanna, Executive Director of MIT Solve

Hala Hanna, Executive Director of MIT Solve, shares how they’re funding innovators, scaling solutions, and shifting millions toward tech that transforms live.

Five Minutes with Kiana Jackson, Director of Data and Research, New Disabled South

Spend five minutes with Kiana Jackson, Director of Data and Research at New Disabled South, to discuss the launch of the new think tank, Black Disability Institute.

5-Minutes With Maya Salameh, A NationSwell Fellow Dedicated to Improving Mental Healthcare for Arab Americans

Learn from Maya Salameh, who believes in better mental healthcare, including increased access and awareness, and improved cultural competency, for Arab Americans.

5-Minutes With Maya Siegel, A NationSwell Fellow Focused on Making Consent Education Accessible for Gen Z

With the support of the American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, Cerberus, and ServiceNow, NationSwell is uplifting […]

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5-Minutes With Ericka Kamanou-Tenta, A NationSwell Fellow Building a Pan-African Movement to Tackle The Detrimental Effects of Neocolonialism

We speak with NationSwell Fellow Ericka Kamanou-Tenta, graduate of NYU who was nominated for a 2021-2022 NYU Global Engagement Symposium for her work in Ghana in which she co-founded a venture aimed at developing changemakers in impoverished communities through an entrepreneurship program.

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Five Minutes With Monoswita Saha, Global Employee Engagement Leader for CSR, Kyndryl

Monoswita Saha, Global Employee Engagement Leader for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Kyndryl discusses the launch of the new Kyndryl Foundation, why a young company decided to start a foundation so early in its journey, and the unique ways a career in cybersecurity can drive equity and progress.

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Five Minutes With Taj Eldridge, Managing Director of Climate Innovation at Jobs for the Future

Taj Eldridge, Managing Director of Climate Innovation at Jobs for the Future, speaks on green jobs, meeting the demand for a skilled workforce, and the power of dissenting thought.

Social Justice and Economic Opportunity

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Inside & Out: Education, Community and Opportunity for the Incarcerated

Takeaways from NationSwell’s guided tour of Mount Tamalpais College in San Quentin Prison.

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Pathways to Economic Opportunity: Extern

Extern shares more on Externship – a new form of professional experience that its students say is a more flexible and accessible alternative to internship or co-op programs.

The Virtuous Cycle of Revitalization and Small Business Growth

Equitable paths to homeownership are a priority of local leaders across the US, as they aim to close the racial wealth gap & build stable, diverse communities that can thrive for generations. See what Atlanta is doing with Mayor Policy Team member, Wesley Myrick.

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JPMorganChase Delivers Major Boost to Ohio’s Workforce Through Formation of New Regional Workforce Collaborative

JPMorganChase announced its support of a newly-formed regional workforce collaborative that will strengthen the Columbus Region’s economy by breaking down obstacles to employment, advancing equity, and equipping job-seekers with the skills and experience needed to thrive.

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Atlanta Showcases Homeownership Solutions that Help Close the Racial Wealth Gap

Equitable paths to homeownership are a priority of local leaders across the US, as they aim to close the racial wealth gap & build stable, diverse communities that can thrive for generations. See what Atlanta is doing with Mayor Policy Team member, Wesley Myrick.

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Say ‘Hello Alice’ to the innovator at the heart of the small business economy

Natalie Diamond, Vice President Of Business Development at Hello Alice, provides insight into their unique for-profit impact model that empowers the largest community of small business owners in the country.

The NationSwell Council on influencing social and economic mobility in America

In Q2, members of the NationSwell Council and team set out across the U.S. for a Salon series dedicated to […]

Fresh Perspectives Unlock Creative Wealth-Building Solutions in Cities Across America

Discover how FUSE is empowering public sector teams to be the source of creative, community-led solutions for wealth-building among underserved populations.

Corporate Social Responsibility

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Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert: “Our biggest impact has been modeling a different way of doing business”

In the fall of 2022, Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard announced a bold new experiment in for-profit business: the voting stock […]

Announcing the Launch of “Fearless Philanthropy”

NationSwell is delighted to announce the launch of “Fearless Philanthropy: Driving Impact Through Innovation” — an action-oriented report made possible by support from our friends at Wells Fargo Foundation.

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Introducing Collaboratives, NationSwell’s New Cross-Sector Initiative to Tackle the World’s Biggest Problems

A series of overlapping crises hit — COVID-19, racial injustice, climate change, economic disruption — exposing the fragility and deficiencies in our current systems. For everyone, 2020 was a deeply challenging and jarring year. Leaders had a lot on their plate.

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An Interview With Shelly Bell, Founder and CEO of ‘Black Girl Ventures’

NationSwell spoke with Kauffman grantee Shelly Bell, founder and CEO of Black Girl Ventures, a company that “funds and scales tech-enabled, revenue-generating businesses (under $1M) founded by people who identify as Black/Brown and woman” to talk about the solutions she’s pioneering and the opportunities Kauffman has been able to help unlock for her along the way.

Purpose-Driven Culture and Leadership

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Stories of Consent: Advocating for Healthy and Safe Relationships through Consent Education

We spoke with two NationSwell Fellows about their work to bring consent-based education to high schools and universities.

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Meet NationSwell’s Strategic Advisors

NationSwell is thrilled to welcome six extraordinary leaders into our community as Strategic Advisors.

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The NationSwell Council on the power of community

Summary of the takeaways from the NationSwell Salon series The Power of Community.

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NationSwell Fellows Accelerator: Empowering the Future of Social Innovation

Meet the incredible Fellows who have been working with us and welcome a new pair of co-founders joining this pilot program.

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NationSwell Recognized with Five Anthem Awards for Social Impact Initiatives

Learn more about the transformative social impact initiatives earning NationSwell five Anthem Awards.

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I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You: Intergenerational Mental Health Conversations

In honor of World Mental Health Day, we spoke with two NationSwell Fellows about their work breaking down barriers to mental health awareness and practice in BIPOC communities.

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NationSwell Fellows Accelerator Program: Accelerating Young Leader’s Social Impact

Meet the four fellows who will be joining our first ever NationSwell Fellows Accelerator Program.

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What I Mean When I Say I’m an Impact Strategist

Reflections from Amy Lee, Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Director of Studio at NationSwell, on how the Studio goes beyond standard consulting to be our partners’ hands-on champion for impact.

Future of Work

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Closing the technology gap: Why it’s a critical time to train more women

Discover how Czechitas and Kyndryl are partnering to empower women in tech by addressing skill gaps in AI and cybersecurity.

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NationSwell Launches the ‘Childcare for All’ Site from the Case for Childcare Collaborative

Learn more about the launch of our expanded Case for Childcare Collaborative site advocating for childcare for all workers—especially gig, hourly, part-time and frontline workers.

The Wrap-Up: Building the Future of Work

Organizational leaders are at an unprecedented inflection point. Years of pandemic-related challenges have disrupted society’s most foundational systems – and […]

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The Takeaway | The Future of the Workforce

On January 25, members of the nationswell council gathered for an in-person salon in New York City to discuss the […]

Seizing the moment to close the opportunity gap

Autodesk Foundation, LinkedIn, and Workday have been working together as part of a Just Transition Collaborative facilitated by NationSwell, with the shared goal to identify opportunities to accelerate more equitable pathways into green jobs by increasing the use of skill-based hiring. In an effort to catalyze collective impact, we are sharing key insights from our work here.

Five Minutes With Shalin Jyotishi, World Economic Forum Fellow

NationSwell Council member Shalin Jyotishi has spent his career advancing solutions at the intersection of workforce, education, and tech.

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Learnings from NationSwell’s event on the Future of Work

A mass exodus from jobs fueled by burnout, compensation, competition, and turnover have created previously unthinkable situations for employers, with many now scrambling to retain the talent they have on hand.

Learnings and insights from the NationSwell Council’s multi-part series on burnout

According to a brief released by the World Health Organization, incidences of anxiety and depression have rocketed up 25% globally, an increase which can largely be attributed to the unprecedented stress, social isolation, and logistical barriers to mental health resources caused by the pandemic.

Environmental, Social, Governance

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Why Business Can’t Sit Out the Childcare Crisis: Reflections from Capitol Hill

NationSwell’s Allie Mahler reflects on Hill Day, the first-of-its-kind gathering in Washington, D.C to advocate for child care.

Prioritizing Clean Air in an AI Powered World

Coupa and NationSwell are launching the Equal Air Collaborative to harness AI and innovation to combat air pollution and ensure access to clean air for all.

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The Multifaceted Benefits of Trees: A Corporate Perspective

Niagara Cares, the philanthropic division of Niagara Bottling, is planting 125,000 trees across the United States and Mexico. Read why.

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Recapping Climate Week with NationSwell

See how NationSwell showed up for Climate Week and UNGA 2024 for our community of changemakers.

The Takeaway | In the Green Seat: Lessons from Sustainability Executives on Designing for Impact

Unlock lessons from sustainability executives on designing for impact from our Mainstage where we unpacked some of the wisdom, challenges, and unlocks shaping this dynamic moment in sustainability.

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Place-Based Impact with Tomi Hiers & Tony Pipa

To understand the significance of place-based strategies and why buy-in across the public and private sectors is essential to their success, we spoke with two of our Collaborative experts.

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The Takeaway | AI x Climate: Our Make or Break Moment

Explore takeaways from NationSwell’s panel of thought leaders, experts, and innovators at the intersection of AI and Climate to explore the transformative potential of AI in addressing climate-related issues.

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Advancing Food Security: An Interview With Starbucks’ Meghann Glavin

Amid extreme and unprecedented worldwide pressures, global hunger and food insecurity remain at an all-time high. According to a United […]