NetImpact 2008 North American conference November 12, 2008

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is proud to host the 2008 Net Impact North America Conference, “The Sustainable Advantage: Creating Social and Environmental Value". On November 13-15, 2008, more than 1,800 graduate students and professionals will assemble in Philadelphia, PA to discuss how businesses and organizations can effectively address social and environmental challenges of the 21st century. The conference will foster enriching and inspirational discussion, present opportunities for professional development and networking, and challenge conventional definitions of success in the business field.

Comprised of keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking opportunities, case competitions, debates, and much more, the 2008 curriculum will feature cutting-edge business leaders from both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors on the following themes:

* Corporate Social Responsibility
* Energy and Environment
* International Development
* Social Impact Finance
* Social Entrepreneurship

Who Attends?

* MBA students and graduate students in business-related fields
* Professionals applying business skills to social/environmental issues in the private, public, and social sector
* Recruiters and sponsors

Official Website: http://www.netimpact.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=2002