Exclusive Webinars for SOCAP26 Ticket Holders
The SOCAP26 tracks have been reimagined to reflect evolving capital flows, cross-sector collaboration, and the solutions defining the future of impact. This year, each track will launch through a virtual opening webinar in the weeks leading up to the live event, which takes place October 12-14 in Chicago.
These live virtual panels — available only to SOCAP26 ticket holders — feature a deep dive into the state of the field by distinguished leaders from across sectors and around the world. The panels also give participants a head start on the event, building shared context and network connections before SOCAP26 begins, allowing more time for deeper conversations and collaborative problem-solving on-site.
Each session features members of our Content Curation Councils(opens in new tab), a diverse group of thought leaders who work with the SOCAP content team to help shape dynamic, solutions-oriented programming. Following each discussion, attendees will join breakout groups facilitated by the panelists to explore the topics further.
SOCAP26 ticket holders who are interested in attending must register in advance and may attend as many opening track webinars as they prefer. Learn more about them below.
Not yet registered for SOCAP26, but eager to participate in the tracks' opening webinars? Register for SOCAP26 today!(opens in new tab)
Pathways to Shared Prosperity
Wednesday, September 16, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
Explore how investment, policy, and inclusive approaches to work, ownership, and economic participation can drive shared prosperity and strengthen communities. Cross-sector leaders will share practical insights and innovative models for expanding opportunity and building more resilient, inclusive economies. Following the panel discussion, attendees will join small Zoom breakout groups facilitated by the panelists for deeper conversation and peer exchange.
Featuring:
- David Bank, ImpactAlpha (moderator)
- David Kenney, Project Equity
- Derek Hansom, Seven Generations Capital
- Morgan Simon, Candide Group
- John Holdsclaw IV, Rochdale Capital
The Value of Culture & Place
Thursday, September 17, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. ET
Explore how investment in local systems, creative economies, and culture-rooted development can strengthen communities and drive lasting impact. Leaders from across sectors will share practical insights on place-based strategies and community-driven solutions designed around the unique needs, strengths, and identities of the places they serve. Following the panel discussion, attendees will join small Zoom breakout groups facilitated by the panelists for deeper conversation and peer exchange.
Featuring:
- Somalisa Sahoo, Cogent Consulting PBC (moderator)
- Kafi Lindsay, ImpactPHL
- Rahkii Holman, Community Works West
- Shannon McGhee, SEED SPOT
A Future That Works for Everyone
Tuesday, September 22, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. ET
Explore how leaders, investors, businesses, and communities can design infrastructure that expands opportunity through digital inclusion, longevity security, accessibility, and ethical policy. Cross-sector leaders will share practical insights on building more inclusive systems that enable everyone to fully participate and thrive. Following the panel discussion, attendees will join small Zoom breakout groups facilitated by the panelists for deeper conversation and peer exchange.
Featuring:
- Peter Kaldes, Next50 (moderator)
- Jill Gass, Easterseals Southwest Florida
- Jonathan Mooney, The Divergent Impact Fund
- Nicole Heckman, AARP Foundation
Shaping Capital Systems
Monday, September 28, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. ET
Explore how philanthropy, institutional investment, and private markets can work together to unlock capital and accelerate impact. Leaders from across the capital ecosystem will share practical insights and emerging approaches to capital deployment, collaboration, and systems change. Following the panel discussion, attendees will join small Zoom breakout groups facilitated by the panelists for deeper conversation and peer exchange.
Featuring:
- Mark Newberg, Stockbridge Advisors, LLC (moderator)
- Bulbul Gupta, Pacific Community Ventures
- Rob Tashima, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
- Laís Rocha, VOX Capital
Climate Capital
Wednesday, September 30, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. ET
Explore how capital can accelerate climate solutions at every scale, from community-based initiatives to nature-based solutions and Indigenous-led stewardship. Leaders from across sectors will share practical insights and innovative financing approaches that can move capital more effectively toward meaningful climate action. Following the panel discussion, attendees will join small Zoom breakout groups facilitated by the panelists for deeper conversation and peer exchange.
Featuring:
- Chrystel Cornelius, Oweesta Corporation (moderator)
- Alaina Harkness, Current
- Betsy Fore, Velveteen Ventures
- Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Katapult Ocean
- Laura Ortiz Montemayor, Regenera Ventures Fund
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