Women's Funding Network

April 29 – 2, 2009
To be confirmed, Atlanta, GA

The Women's Funding Network is 135 organizations that fund women's solutions across the globe. They give women the money and tools to transform their ideas into lasting change -- in every critical area from combating poverty to achieving advances in healthcare, education and human rights.   With $450 million in collective working assets, The Women's Funding Network

A Wide Web of Good Deals

Renewal Partners has invested in many dozens of early stage businesses since 1994. From the mid 80's our people have been active in North American networks of players in social ventures, change oriented philanthropy, mission based investing, entrepreneurial non profits, real estate for social purpose, the intersection of environment and making money, community wealth creation, and the leadership and capacity development that supports all these initiatives.

Speak out for Change - Vancouver

April 3, 2009
Location to be confirmed, Vancouver, BC

Build your communication skills to catalyze personal and planetary change. Presented by Gail Larsen and sponsored by Hollyhock Leadership Institute. A condensed course with master teacher Gail Larsen that provides a solid foundation on which to build.

Creative Conversation from ICASC

November 3, 2008
Scotiabank Dance Centre, Vancouver, BC

Explore the role of art in creating social change in conversation with artists and professionals in the emerging field of art and social change together with other business, education, health, and community leaders. Join this informal conversation with artists, professionals, and social entrepreneurs over refreshments with host Judith Marcuse. The International Centre of Art for Social Change (ICASC) is a partnership between Judith Marcuse Projects and Simon Fraser University. ICASC will become a communications and learning centre to facilitate connections, relationships, and collaboration.

SNAP, Crackle, Pop

I was fortunate to be invited to Boulder for the 4th annual ideas and leadership conference,  SCIENCE+ NATURE+ART+PEOPLE (SNAP!). This is the name of a gathering hosted by a quartet of early and highly successful pioneers of the natural products industry.

The Evolution of Tides Canada

A few words from Ross McMillan, President and CEO of Tides Canada:

"As many of you are aware, my role expanded to President and CEO of Tides Canada this July. Tim Draimin, who grew Tides with his visionary leadership, has taken on an advisory role as Tides’ first Senior Fellow. I look forward to working with you in the months and years ahead.

Atira Women's Resource Society CD Release Party

September 27, 2008
Ironworks Studio, Vancouver, BC
Join Gary MacDonald, Bill Coon, Jodi Proznick, Jesse Cahill, Doug Stephenson, Tom Keenlyside, Kevin Elaschuk, Steve Kaldestead and Liam MacDonald as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Atira Women's Resource Society with a benefit party to release the new CD Loving Memory.

2008 Art of Leadership for Socially Responsible Business Leaders

September 8 – 11, 2008
The Rockwood Leadership Institute, Sonoma, CA

This special-focus seminar is an invitation to join a select community of powerful and collaborative social change and business leaders in creating a more just and sustainable world.  Develop new models of leadership, strengthen and sustain compelling visions for your organization, while dealing more effectively with organizational challenges.

Podcasting for Social Change

July 8, 2008
Workspace, Vancouver, BC
Moderated by writer/podcaster/artist Dave Olson of Raincity Studios and happyfrog.ca, Podcasting for Social Change is a free event, sponsored by Communicopia, Social Signal, and WorkSpace

Great Social Change Career Opportunity

The Hollyhock Leadership Institute (HLI) is looking for a Senior Consultant. Keep reading for more details regarding this employment opportunity.

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