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October 10th, 2026

Join the conversation that reimagines the role of capital in building a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous society.

About

This headline event, located in the finance capital of the world, provides a unique opportunity to tap into the vibrant ecosystem of capital for impact through the lens of philanthropy, impact investing, ESG, social and environmental ventures, and companies. Social and environmental impact leaders in business, government, nonprofit, and philanthropy explore how they are changing the way capital is sourced and used to generate sustainable solutions to global, systemic challenges.

Program
Speakers

Sessions

Leading with Purpose: The IRC’s Global Mission in a Changing World

Alfred Lerner Hall

Jhae ThompsonDoug BaeurMarieke Beeuwkes Spence
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Investing in Health Care for Vulnerable Populations

David Geffen Hall, Cooperman Commons

Bathsheba AsatiAntonella PerroneJhae Thompson
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Climate Impact Investing During Periods of Policy Uncertainty

David Geffen Hall, Cooperman Commons

Bruce UsherAntonella PerroneDoug Baeur
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New Partnerships for Local Capital and K-12 Opportunity

Alfred Lerner Hall

Bathsheba AsatiDoug Baeur
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Leading with Purpose: The IRC’s Global Mission in a Changing World

David Geffen Hall, Cooperman Commons

Bruce UsherMarieke Beeuwkes SpenceAlison Overesth ’84BUS
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Investing in the Future of Learning: Private Innovation in K-12 Education

David Geffen Hall, Cooperman Commons

Alan ZhangMarieke Beeuwkes SpenceAlison Overesth ’84BUS
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Speakers

Alan Zhang

Assistant Professor of Business

Columbia Business School

Assistant Professor of Business. Columbia Business School. Alan Zhang is an assistant professor in the Management Division at Columbia Business School.

Alison Overesth ’84BUS

CEO

Partnership for After School Education (PASE)

CEO. Partnership for After School Education (PASE). Alison Overesth is the chief executive officer of the Partnership for After School Education.

Antonella Perrone

CEO

Xcapit

CEO. Xcapit. Developing digital tools to foster financial autonomy and deliver aid to underserved communities without internet access.

Bathsheba Asati

Principal Strategy Custodian

Amahoro Coalition

Principal Strategy Custodian. Amahoro Coalition. Mobilizing Africa’s private sector to create economic opportunities for forcibly displaced people.

Bruce Usher

Professor of Professional Practice

Columbia Business School

Professor of Professional Practice. Columbia Business School. Bruce Usher is a Professor of Professional Practice and the Elizabeth B. Strickler ’86 Professor at Columbia Business School.

Doug Baeur

Executive Director

Clark Foundation

Executive Director. Clark Foundation. The Clark Foundation focuses on helping people out of poverty and assisting individuals to lead independent lives.

Jhae Thompson

Executive Director

Hit the Books

Executive Director. Hit the Books. Over the last 15 years, Jhae Thompson has provided strategic leadership and organizational vision.

Marieke Beeuwkes Spence

Executive Director

Impact Capital Managers

Executive Director. Impact Capital Managers. Marieke Spence is executive director of Impact Capital Managers and a leader in capital formation.