2010 Gathering of Leaders

The biggest economic crisis since the Great Depression has forced families, nonprofits, businesses, philanthropists, and government alike to find ways to do more with less. At the same time, we are experiencing what could be the beginning of a new era of social innovation and problem solving in this country. Government at all levels is embracing innovation and entrepreneurship as new reform agendas are forged. More philanthropists see investing in social entrepreneurship as a way to maximize social returns. New partnerships are emerging between younger entrepreneurial organizations and established institutions with deep roots in communities. Mainstream media coverage of social entrepreneurship is expanding, and with it, increased scrutiny by both champions and skeptics.

In this context, the sixth annual Gathering of Leaders will focus on truly understanding and delivering impact. Once again a diverse and dynamic group of social entrepreneurs will convene in Miami, Florida, with leaders from philanthropy, academia, government, and the nonprofit sector to learn, share, and collaborate together.

Key questions for the 2010 Gathering will include: How can we be sure that we are creating positive, lasting change? How and what should we measure? How can we best grow the magnitude and scope of our impact? And how can we amplify our impact through communication that effectively builds a powerful movement to transform the way we solve problems?