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Net Impact is a global network of emerging business leaders dedicated to harnessing business as a tool for positive societal change. Founded by 17 passionate MBA students in 1993, Net Impact focuses on key areas such as social responsibility, entrepreneurship, and environmental sustainability. Members benefit from access to a vast network of over 7,000 professionals, internships, job postings, and professional development workshops. Participating in conferences and Service Corps projects empowers members to utilize their MBA skills in meaningful nonprofit initiatives, creating a deeper impact in communities worldwide.
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Net Impact’s Mission “Net Impact is a network of emerging business leaders committed to using the power of business to create a better world.”
Net Impact’s Origin • Net Impact (formerly Students for Responsible Business) arose from the energy and enthusiasm of 17 MBA students who participated in a Summer Internship Program sponsored by the Social Venture Network (SVN) in 1993.
Who joins Net Impact? • Net Impact’s members are business professionals and MBA students interested in: • Corporate Social Responsibility • Social Entrepreneurship • Environmental/Sustainable Management • Nonprofit Management • Socially Responsible Investing • Community Development • International Economic Development • Education
What are the benefits of joining Net Impact? • Access to a network of more than 7,000 members and nearly 100 chapters • Service Corps opportunities • Job and internship postings • Net Impact’s Annual Conference (nearly 1,000 attendees) • Net Impact CSR Weekly • Professional development Workshops • Fun!
Nearly 100 Chapters Worldwide at Top Business Schools and Select Cities
Service Corps Lets You Apply MBA Skills to Nonprofit Projects • Program assigns MBA teams to support local nonprofit organizations • Projects include marketing, finance, strategy, and other “MBA skills” • Nonprofit partners include the Make a Wish Foundation, Red Cross and The United Way • Focus on community development, education, environmental and international issues
Job and Internship Postings Introduce Members to Meaningful Work
Annual Net Impact Conference Provides a Rich Educational Opportunity • 10th annual Conference in Washington, DC • Hosted by American University, Georgetown, GWU, and University of MD • 4 curriculum tracks • Entrepreneurship - Public Policy/Government • International - Environmental Management • Over 1000 attendees; 45 countries; 6 of 7 continents • Panels, Workshops with entrepreneurs; Business expo • 2003 Conference at UT Austin – Nov 6-9
Net Impact Competitions • Case Competition: Co-sponsored by Leeds and Net Impact – “Crack the Social Case” competition • Essay Contest: Co-sponsored by The Center for Corporate Citizenship and Net Impact – “Best MBA Student Paper Contest on Corporate Citizenship.”
Your Net Impact Contacts Faculty Advisor: Ben Klasky Co-Presidents: Seth Goldman, Teresa Whalen LeFevre VP, Marketing: Vanessa Lowe VP, Fundraising and Development: Lynelle Preston VP, Membership: Will Rosenzweig VP, Website: Judith Samuelson VP, Alumni: Karen Schmidt VP, Events: Jim Schorr
Net Impact Central Office Contact Information www.net-impact.org membership@net-impact.org