A monthly virtual webinar series hosted by the Aspen Global Innovators Group (AGI). The series will kick off on November 17 at 9:00 a.m. ET, featuring founder and CEO of Acumen, Jacqueline Novogratz.
Focusing on the theme “Building the Global Field of Development Finance and Small Business Support,” the series will bring together leading thinkers, investors, and practitioners to reflect on how the entrepreneurship field has evolved over the past two decades, celebrate the leaders who shaped it, and explore where the sector is headed next.
November 17 | 9:00 a.m. ET
Patient Capital, Lasting Change: A Conversation with Jacqueline Novogratz
What does it take to build businesses—and a field—that puts human dignity at the center? Join Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder and CEO of Acumen, for a conversation drawing on her experience with patient capital and social entrepreneurship. Together, we will reflect on how the field has evolved, the leadership lessons learned along the way, and the opportunities ahead for the next generation of entrepreneurs and investors. The session will include a moderated Q&A with audience participation.
December 9 | 10:00 a.m. ET
Financing Opportunity: A Conversation with Willy Foote
How can financing agricultural small businesses create opportunity across entire communities? Join Willy Foote, Founder and CEO of Root Capital, for a conversation drawing on his experience supporting agricultural businesses and rural livelihoods across the globe. We will explore the evolution of small business finance, lessons from building an organization and a broader field, and the challenges and possibilities shaping the future of entrepreneurship-led development. The session will include a moderated Q&A with audience participation.
