May 2024: Explore MIE Conference Wrap Up, An Upcoming Summer Event, Member News & Resources

The Mission Investors Exchange (MIE) 2024 National Conference in Los Angeles was a record-setting and vibrant convergence of inspiration and action-oriented ideas for over 700 impact investors. Across three days, participants at MIE’s largest convening ever engaged deeply with thought leaders and innovative initiatives aimed at deploying more philanthropic capital for social and environmental good. From LA Mayor Karen Bass's impassioned call to tackle homelessness through the LA4LA partnership to filmmaker Ava DuVernay's stirring closing remarks on the power of leveraging impact investing for narrative change, the Conference underscored the vital role of bold, intersectional approaches to address pressing global challenges.

Other highlights included The California Endowment’s President & CEO Dr. Robert K. Ross advocating for comprehensive endowment strategies and Silicon Valley Community Foundation’s President & CEO Nicole Taylor promoting starting investment journeys with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Speakers like Flozell Daniels, Jr., CEO of the Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation, and Jahi Wise, ​​senior advisor to the administrator, Environmental Protection Agency, emphasized the importance of centering people and institutions in climate action and risk management discussions. The plenary sessions and breakouts covered a breadth of topics, from equity and democracy to food systems and artificial intelligence, highlighting the diverse avenues through which impact investing can drive societal transformation.

As attendees return to their communities, they carry with them new insights and strengthened networks. We hope the Conference will continue to be a catalyst for future collaborations and innovative solutions, reminding us that the work of impact investing is ongoing and ever-evolving. As MIE President & CEO Matt Onek noted, the connections and strategies fostered here will resonate far beyond LA, propelling the mission of creating a more just and sustainable world.

Select National Conference session content, thought leadership pieces, news stories, and our member Investment Gallery are all available in the MIE 2024 National Conference Resource Library via the link below. Plenary videos are forthcoming. We look forward to more great programming and information sharing in 2024!

10-11 a.m PT / 1-2 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 27

MIE's Communications Interest Group is a platform for communications-oriented professionals to gather, build community, exchange resources, and have productive discussions that leverage our collective talents to continue building the field of impact investing. Each gathering is informal as we connect, exchange information, and learn together. All are welcome, but the discussions are geared for communications, marketing, and creative professionals, broadly defined

MIE members should log in to register for the event above. If you are having trouble with logging in, please contact Madeline Kraft. If you are not a member of MIE and would like to attend, please inquire at [email protected]. If there are additional topics that you would like to cover, please email Zineb Touzani or Melanie Audette. Being on-camera and fully engaged is encouraged. Our gatherings are not recorded due to the community-building and informal nature of the calls.

MIE is looking for motivated candidates for the following role: 

• Coordinator, Communications & Marketing

Schroders and Bluemark: Impact intelligence and independent verification

Schroders has established new standards for impact investing. In this recent webinar, Schroders partnered with BlueMark to have a discussion between experts about the evolution of impact investing and the importance of disclosure and transparency. Their guidelines are designed to ensure investments not only generate financial returns but also deliver tangible social and environmental benefits.

The climate transition and investment opportunities for family offices
by Bruce McNamer, president of Builders Initiative
April 24, ImpactAlpha

Invest Appalachia Fund closes with USD 35 million for community-first investing
May 13, Mountain Partnership

Elevance Health Foundation announces $10 million to launch new impact investing initiative
May 21, Bingham News Chronicle

Looking Back: Expanding Kresge’s financial toolbox through social investing
May 21, The Kresge Foundation

MacArthur Foundation’s John Palfrey is “long and strong” on investments in an inclusive economy (Q&A)
May 22, ImpactAlpha

New Competition for a $100 Million Grant: Round Three of 100&Change
May 22, MacArthur Foundation