Foundation House and Gratitude Railroad Present: Unlocking the Next Trillion Summit

The Summit will include stimulating workshops, speakers, and more to unlock the next trillion in impact investing that will shape tomorrow. Global impact investments have crossed the $1 trillion mark, but in order for us to achieve the UN Sustainability Goals, trillions more are needed. Through the exchanging of ideas and forging connections, your presence will be key to exposing the next trillion-dollar opportunity.

Who is attending: 

The Summit will bring together change makers across sectors who are committed to leveraging their social, intellectual and financial capital to drive change. Key stakeholders include investors, entrepreneurs, fund managers, NGOs, academics, and ecosystem leaders.

Registration:

This event is invite-only. Registration is now closed. 

Agenda:

8:30am - 9:15am Check-In & Breakfast

9:15am - 9:30am Opening Discussion

9:30am - 9:50am Grounding in Systems Thinking - John Fullerton 

9:50am - 10:50am Session I: Systems

How do we take a Systems Approach to Unlocking the Next Trillion for Impact?

*Panel sign-up sheets available at check-in on first come first serve basis

Topic 1: Thinking in Systems that Support Life - John Fullerton 

Topic 2: Role of Intermediaries - Jeff Gitterman 

Topic 3: Post-investment Support for Fund managers and Entrepreneurs - Regina Green 

Topic 4: Bridging Private Assets with Government - Max Frankel 

Topic 5: Role of Philanthropic or Blended Capital - Paige MacLean, Jaideep Khanna 

Topic 6: Driving Capital to Next Gen and Underrepresented Fund Managers - Jenna Bussman-Wise, Roraj Pradhananga 

Topic 7: Scaling Solutions Beyond the Lab - Chante Harris, Tim Woodcock 

10:50am - 11:50am Impact Entrepreneur Discussion

• Tiya Gordon, It’sElectric

• Rebecca Egger, Little Otter

• Lauren Salz, Sealed

• (Moderator) Thomas Knowles, Gratitude Railroad 

12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch

1:00pm - 2:00pm Session II: Solutions

How do we catalyze solutions to bring about positive systemic change?

• 1. Reduce Greenhouse Gasses - Sarah Sclarsic, Voyager VC

• 2. Protect Ecological Integrity - Alex Armstrong, Mighty Earth, Craig Cogut, Global Fund for Coral Reefs

• 3. Educate for the Future: Reskilling / Upskilling - Ashley Bittner, Kalos Ventures

• 4. Educate for the Future: K-12 - Mora Segal, A Street

• 5. Advance Health Equity - Lenore Beirne Champagne, Bright Ventures, Elana Berkowitz, Springbank VC

• 6. Bridge the Wealth Gap - Adrianna Samaniego, Cherryrock Capital, Liz Luckett - The Social Entrepreneurs’ Fund

• 7. Heal Food Systems - Julia Paino, Desert Bloom, Jack Algiere, Blue Hill at Stone Barns

• 8. Champion Climate Justice - 1 - Rebekah Saul Butler, Gratitude Railroad

• 9. Champion Climate Justice - 2 - Roman Torres, The Schmidt Family Foundation

2:00pm - 2:15pm Closing and One Pledge of Action

2:15pm - 3:00pm Networking Opportunity 

Hotel Information:

You may contact oliviaz@foundationhousect.org with any travel or accommodation questions.

• Delamar: Individual reservations can be made through the hotel directly at 203-661-9800. Please ask for the Foundation House negotiated rate with the reservations team.

• Hyatt: Simply enter the corporate code, 221982, under Special Rates → Corporate or Group Code when booking on Hyatt.com.

Directions: 

By Train: Metro-North Railroad (New Haven Line):

1. Starting Point: Grand Central Terminal (89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017)

2. Disembark: Greenwich Train Station (1 Railroad Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830)

3. Taxi/Uber: From the Greenwich station, take a taxi or Uber to 124 Old Mill Road, Greenwich, CT (15-20 minutes)

Additional Information:

• Travel Time: The train takes approximately 55 minutes.

• Trains run frequently throughout the day, but check the Metro-North schedule for exact times.

By Car: From New York City, recommended travel route via I-95 N.

Additional Information:

• The drive typically takes about 50-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Consider using a GPS or a navigation app for real-time traffic updates and the best route.

About Foundation House:

Foundation House is a Center for Impact and philanthropy on an iconic and beautiful estate in back-county Greenwich, CT, with a commitment to positive and systemic change in the areas of Environment, Community and Mental Health. Foundation House holds gatherings are a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from leading experts, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and network with other like-minded people.

About Gratitude Railroad:

Gratitude Railroad is a community-driven impact investment firm championing innovative businesses that generate compelling financial returns and enduring impact. Over the past decade, they have seeded and built a large portfolio of companies and funds, catalyzing hundreds of millions of dollars into impact-focused businesses.

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