Information and communication technologies are finally becoming part of the mainstream of social innovation. Mobile technology, for example, has already been deployed successfully in microfinance, health, disaster response and agricultural pricing, among other applications. Large networked platforms are also helping intermediate capital from environmental credits markets to primary offerings to... [read more]

Information and communication technologies are finally becoming part of the mainstream of social innovation. Mobile technology, for example, has already been deployed successfully in microfinance, health, disaster response and agricultural pricing, among other applications. Large networked platforms are also helping intermediate capital from environmental credits markets to primary offerings to venture funding. Our panelists will tell us more about how technology is changing the world of social enterprise and share horizons for the future. Sponsored by Liquidnet's Markets for Good, wine and snacks will be served afterwards for attendees to enjoy and connect. Speakers Jalak Jobanputra, Investor and Entrepreneur, former Director, Omidyar Network Dr. Neal Lesh, Chief Strategy Officer, Dimagi and Co-Founder, Spark MicroGrants Giulia  Stellari, Co-Founder, AgSquared Mike Van Patten, Founder and Principal, Mission Markets Moderator Jamie Daves, Founding Partner, Platform Equity and Venture Partner, City Light Capital