October 2025
Turnaround Management Course, Guest Speaker: Cathryn Mattson '82, Executive Director and CEO of the Orlando Museum of Art
October 30
Students were invited to join Professor Kathy Harrigan's Turnaround Management class for a special lecture by guest speaker Cathryn Mattson ’82, executive director and CEO of the Orlando Museum of Art. Mattson is the protagonist of a new Columbia CaseWorks turnarounds case. Mattson is an experienced executive who has worked across a variety of industries and sectors, both domestically and globally. She has held senior leadership positions in Fortune 100 companies as well as leading nonprofits. In addition to managing organizations, she has coached executives in manufacturing, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, financial services, arts management, education and a broad spectrum of mission-driven organizations.
Supported by the institute and organized by Professor Kathy Harrigan.
LEO Impact Fund Training Session: Sourcing
October 30
The LEO Impact Fund held three training sessions throughout the fall semester. This training session was on sourcing and focused on sourcing new investment opportunities.
Organized by the LEO Impact Fund (LEO), in partnership with the Social Enterprise Club (SEC).
Social Impact Consulting Panel
October 29
Participants interested in mission-driven consulting heard from leading social impact and international development consultants about how they entered the space, what their day-to-day looks like, and advice for students on navigating the industry. Panelists included Jeffrey Berger ’11SIPA, principal at Dalberg Advisors; Stephen Murray, managing director of CrossBoundary; Maggie Monahan ’24, consultant at Wellspring; and Yaneli Rubio ’23, associate director of research strategy and policy at the Center for Public Research and Leadership.
Organized by the Social Enterprise Club (SEC) and the Management Consulting Association (MCA).
Green Business Club (GBC) Dinner Pod With Dan Bernstein ’06
October 29
Club members gathered at Blue Blossom for a small-group discussion designed to build community, share ideas, and connect over dinner conversation. Dan Bernstein ’06 shared insights on energy and infrastructure banking. Bernstein is the executive director and group head of energy and infrastructure finance at Ally Bank. Prior, he worked at First Citizen Bank, CIT, and HSH Nordbank, and GE, also focusing on energy and infrastructure.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Green Business Club (GBC) Dinner Pod With Nikhita Singh '26
October 28
Club members gathered at La Pecora Bianca for a small-group discussion designed to build community, share ideas, and connect over dinner conversation. This discussion centered on carbon markets and climate startups.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps Information Session
October 27
Members interested in learning about the Environmental Defense Fund’s Climate Corps summer fellowship attended this information session hosted by Michael Cronin, Climate Corps’ Project Manager. Since 2008, Climate Corps has placed over 2,000 graduate level fellows in host organizations including Etsy, Ulta Beauty, McDonald’s and Citizens Bank. Working under the guidance of a host supervisor and Climate Corps manager, fellows uncover energy and sustainability solutions for their host organizations. Projects may focus on emission reduction strategy, renewables and energy efficiency, supply chain sustainability, zero emission vehicles, climate-smart agriculture, sustainable finance, and climate risk analysis. As a Climate Corps fellow, members are matched with a host organization based on location, industry, and project-type preferences. They learn alongside peers in Climate Corps’ Foundations Week, access online resources, and receive ongoing professional development opportunities through the summer and their career.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC) and the Energy & Infrastructure Club (E&I).
Three Cairns Fellowship Kickoff Meeting
October 24 and October 25
Three Cairns Fellows attended this kickoff meeting to learn about fellowship requirements, meet each other, ask questions, and share ideas about maximizing their fellowship experience.
Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP) Orientation
October 23
Students participating in the program gathered for an orientation session to learn about their nonprofit board projects for the academic year and to discuss initiatives and best practices. The session also included a special presentation and training on nonprofit management by adjunct faculty member Anne Eidelman ’10, previewing her course on High Performing Nonprofits and addressing common questions from the previous program year.
Organized by the Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP), a part of the Social Enterprise Club (SEC), and the institute.
Alumni Spotlight Talk: Matthew Levine ’04, Trill Impact Advisory
October 22
In this fireside chat discussion, Matthew Levine ’04, partner and CEO of the US Office for Trill Impact Advisory, shared his experience working at the crossroads between social impact and private equity and his decision to move from a traditional investment role into impact-focused investing. Levine has over 25 years of investment experience in middle market private equity with firms including American Securities, EQT Partners and Pine Island Capital Partners. Established in 2019, Trill Impact is a Stockholm-based impact investment firm with more than a billion EUR AUM across their three investment strategies (Buyout, Ventures and Microfinance). Their investments prioritize returns, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and progress towards Trill’s impact themes — Sustainable Planet, Healthy People and Resilient Society.
Organized by the Social Enterprise Club (SEC), LEO Impact Fund (LEO) (in partnership with SEC), and the Private Equity Club (PEC), and sponsored by the institute.
Sustainable Operations Initiative (SOI) Lunch and Learn, Building Resilient and Competitive Organizations through Sustainable Finance Roundtable
October 21
Students joined Bridget Realmuto LaPerla ‘19, CEO and founder of Lion and Arc LLC, for a roundtable on sustainable finance themes in a changing economy. As a sustainable finance executive with experience across investment banking, impact investing, climate/impact fintech, and quant research, LaPerla discussed how climate risk is shaping operations, investment decisions, and corporate strategy — and what skills and mindsets the next generation of business leaders will need to lead this transition.
Co-presented by the Green Business Club (GBC) and institute.
A Discussion With Foundation Leaders on Current Trends in Climate Funding
October 15
During this session, participants heard from a dynamic group of climate-focused foundation leaders who are shaping the future of climate philanthropy. Panelists discussed how the field of climate philanthropy is changing in the current political setting and what guides their decisions in selecting priority areas. They also offered practical advice tailored to Columbia researchers seeking to engage with foundations in this space. Moderator Janice Savage, assistant dean of research at Columbia Climate School, led the discussion with panelist Melissa Berman, adjunct professor of business at Columbia Business School and founding president and former CEO of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc.; Heather Grady, vice president of collaboratives and Asia at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc.; and Zia Khan, senior advisor at The Rockefeller Foundation.
This event was organized by Columbia’s Office of Research Initiatives and Development.
Climate Treaties: Time for a New Approach
October 14
For 35 years, climate negotiators have focused on an approach that has failed to achieve the objectives they say must be met. In this lecture, Scott Barrett, Lenfest-Earth Institute Professor of Natural Resource Economics at SIPA and the Earth Institute, explained why this approach has failed, and why an alternative approach would succeed better. Geoffrey Heal, Donald C. Waite III Professor Emeritus of Social Enterprise at Columbia Business School, served as a discussant in the conversation.
This alternative differs from the main UN negotiations by focusing on sectors rather than economy-wide measures, on technology-fuel switching rather than emission reductions, and on global systemic change rather than national action. Though "lock-in" makes even small reductions in emissions costly and difficult to enforce within a treaty, increasing returns to the adoption of a new technology-fuel combination makes switching a "tipping game" in which enforcement is “built in.” Switching treaties need only specify the new technology-fuel combination; incorporate trade measures and/or R&D funding to bolster increasing returns, where necessary; and provide the “big push” needed to assure universal adoption. Following the lecture, participants gathered for a networking reception.
Organized by the Center for Political Economy's Political Economy of Climate Lab at Columbia World Projects and Thinking + Doing Columbia Global.
Sustainable Operations Initiative (SOI) Lunch and Learn, The Next Frontier in Retail: Resilient, Responsible, and Regenerative Supply Chains
October 9
Target, like many global retailers, is grappling with softening consumer demand, increased labor costs, and an international supply chain impacted by changing US trade policies. Participants joined this event for a conversation with Maithili Shenoy, a global operations executive who has transformed the supply chains of Fortune 100 giants such as Nike and Target, to explore how tariffs are reshaping Target’s supply chains and what retailers can do to respond to these new challenges. Shenoy shared how Target has responded operationally to shifting tariffs and what those changes mean for the company’s ability to meet its sustainability goals. She discussed the capabilities firms need to diversify trade quickly and how retailers can continue to scale profitably and sustainably under these new constraints.
This session was moderated by Brett House, Professor of Professional Practice in the Economics Division at Columbia Business School, with welcome remarks by Nicole DeHoratius, Professor of Professional Practice in the Decisions, Risk, and Operations Division at Columbia Business School.
Co-presented by the Green Business Club (GBC), Retail Luxury Goods Club (RLG), and institute.
Pangea Advisors Teams Kickoff
October 7
Successful Pangea applicants met for the fall semester projects kickoff to discuss Pangea deliverables, deadlines, resources, and travel. Staffed teams were connected to their Pangea project managers and to their clients in order to start their consulting projects.
Organized by Pangea Advisors, a part of the Social Enterprise Club (SEC).
Landing an Internship in Climate and Sustainability
October 6
The Green Business Club (GBC) hosted a panel of second-year students for a discussion on their experiences recruiting and working in the climate and sustainability space. Attendees heard advice, ideas, and stories from student panelists who worked in a broad range of climate and sustainability sectors and job functions. Speakers included David Urbont ’26, Heather Boehm ’26, Briana Stregiel ’26, Sahana Rao-Chakravorti ’26, and Elisa Gan ’26.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Career Workshop, Mapping Your Impact Career
October 6
Crafting a fulfilling career in social and environmental impact can take various forms. Whether you are seeking a fulltime impact role or a corporate position that incorporates impact elements, this session helped students design a path that aligned with their interests and strengths. In this 2-hour session, Emily Lamia of Pivot Journeys used a design thinking framework to assist students in identifying best fit career roles based on their respective interests and passions. Students were invited to reflect on what impact means to them by choosing various priority elements of impact careers. Lamia then guided students in an in-depth masterclass on networking in today’s environment and making the most of connections to uncover and create potential opportunities in social and environmental impact sectors.
Columbia University’s 24th Annual Capital for Good Conference
October 3
The conference provides a unique opportunity for attendees to tap into the vibrant ecosystem of capital for impact through the lens of philanthropy, impact investing, ESG, and social venture and business examples. Sessions included: “Leading with Purpose: The IRC’s Global Mission in a Changing World,” “Investing in Health Care for Vulnerable Populations,” “Climate and Social Impact Pitch Mix and Match and Networking Session,” “Leveraging Private Sector Capital for Global Development,” “Climate Impact Investing During Periods of Policy Uncertainty,” “Revitalizing Main Street: The Power of Place for Small Business Success,” “Investing in the Future of Learning: Private Innovation in K-12 Education,” “Leading with Vision: Obama Scholars on Driving Global Change,” “Beyond Governance: How Nonprofit Board Leadership Fuels Resilience,” and “Redefining Fiduciary Duty: Investing in Global Priorities.” The full program and speaker listing can be found on the conference archive.
Organized by the institute, Social Enterprise Club (SEC), and Green Business Club (GBC).
LEO Impact Fund (LEO) Board Retreat
October 3
All LEO Impact Fund student members and board members were invited to attend the fall semester meeting to plan for the year ahead
Organized by LEO Impact Fund, in partnership with the Social Enterprise Club (SEC).
September 2025
Social and Environmental Summer Fellowship Program (SESF) Social Enterprise and Climate Impact Reception
September 30
Guests gathered at the home of Pritpal Singh Kochhar ’77 for a small gathering designed to foster meaningful connections among MBA students passionate about social and environmental impact. This reception offered a unique opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions about careers in social enterprise and climate impact, as well as connect on their Social and Environmental Summer Fellowship (SESF) projects. Students exchanged ideas, shared career aspirations, and built a network of like-minded peers committed to making a difference.
Organized by the institute and hosted by Pritpal Singh Kochhar ’77.
Community Impact Club (CIC) Sessions
September 29, October 7, October 21, November 13
In these sessions, participants taught members from AHRC, an organization that serves developmentally disabled adults across NYC, how to prepare for an interview and budgeting.
Organized by the Community Impact Club (CIC).
NYC Climate Week 2025, Innovations in Climate Education
September 26
As the world faces intensifying climate challenges, faculty must prepare students to drive meaningful, lasting change. Participants convened at Columbia Business School to participate in an engaging discussion on climate change and faculty innovation in a rapidly changing environment. The event included a mix of presentations and discussions on how university faculty are leveraging AI, simulations, and exciting tools, such as the Open Climate Curriculum, to teach an increasingly climate-smart student body. Presenters included Lisa Dale of Columbia Climate School, Dan Vermeer of Duke Fuqua School of Business, Sherwat Elwan Ibrahim of the American University in Cairo Onsi Sawiris School of Business, and Professor Bruce Usher of Columbia Business School, with welcome remarks by Dean Alexis Abramson of Columbia Climate School.
Co-presented by the Open Climate Curriculum (Open CC), a Columbia Business School-managed collaborative platform aimed at accelerating the teaching of topics related to climate change globally, in close partnership with Columbia Climate School, and ClimateCAP, a Duke Fuqua School of Business-managed initiative.
Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP) Training Session 1: Introduction to Problem Solving
September 25
The Small Business Consulting Program’s (SBCP) first training session was led by Alistair Glidden ’23, associate at McKinsey & Company. Together, attendees explored the fundamentals of how consultants approach problem solving and deliver lasting value to their clients.
Organized by the Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP).
NYC Climate Week 2025, AI’s Energy Challenge: Powering Innovation in a Warming World
September 25
This event featured Michael Intrator ’95SIPA, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of CoreWeave, a cloud purpose-built for scaling, supporting, and accelerating GenAI. As the leader of one of the world’s fastest-growing cloud platforms, he shared perspectives from the frontlines of AI innovation and discussed how this transformation intersects with critical questions around energy use, sustainability, and the future of global industries. This conversation was moderated by Dean Costis Maglaras, with welcome remarks by Professor Bruce Usher.
Co-presented by the Digital Future Initiative and institute.
NYC Climate Week 2025, Hard to Abate, Impossible to Ignore: Industrial Decarbonization in a Shifting Policy Landscape
September 25
This panel discussed the future of heavy industry decarbonization, with a focus on cement and concrete, and iron and steel production. Combined, they account for almost a fifth of global emissions. Panelists explored the technological pathways, market dynamics, and global competitiveness at stake, as well as how recent shifts in U.S. policy under the current administration are reshaping opportunities and challenges for industrial climate action. Panelists included Simon Brandler, VP of policy and public affairs at Brimstone; Cornelius Pieper, managing director and senior partner at BCG; Nick Ellis, principal at Amazon Climate Pledge Fund; Maria Persson Gulda, founding CTO of Stegra; and moderator Professor Gernot Wagner, climate economist and faculty director of the Climate Knowledge Initiative at Columbia Business School.
Co-presented by the Green Business Club (GBC) and Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change at Columbia Business School and Columbia Climate School.
NYC Climate Week 2025, Renewable Energy Development Panel
September 24
During this lunchtime conversation, senior leaders discussed the changing renewable energy and tax equity landscape. Panelists covered a range of topics, including the impact of the OBBB Act on renewables, the different types of roles within the industry, and advice for navigating a career in this space. Panelists included Chris Rittenhouse, CIO at Dispatch Energy; Ian Clark, COO at Relevate Power; Paul Jacob, CEO at Rye Development; and moderator Albert Tebbetts ’26.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC) and Energy & Infrastructure Club (E&I).
NYC Climate Week 2025, Green Business Club (GBC) Climate Social
September 24
The Green Business Club (GBC) co-hosted a cross-Columbia climate social as an opportunity for students to meet the many grad schools across the Columbia ecosystem and kick off a year of collaboration for all Columbia students with a passion for the planet. Students met at the Square — the green space between Kravis Hall and Geffen Hall — to discuss Climate Week and learn more about the climate-related initiatives happening across Columbia this year.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Justice Through Code (JTC) and ReEntry Acceleration Program (REAP) Kickoff
September 24
Justice Through Code (JTC) and ReEntry Acceleration Program (REAP) students and advisors gathered virtually for an introduction and orientation for the semester’s advising program. Students met their advisors at virtual tables and outlined their goals for working together for the duration of the program.
Organized by Columbia University’s Justice Through Code (JTC) and the institute.
Community Impact Club (CIC) Kickoff
September 23
The Community Impact Club (CIC) described their aim of expanding their work from financial literacy-based community service events to a broader range of projects centered around community service and employment advice. Students who are passionate about helping others and want to give back joined to learn about the club, community service events, AVP positions, and more.
Organized by the Community Impact Club (CIC).
NYC Climate Week 2025, Decarbonizing the Built Environment
September 22
Residential development sits at the center of the global climate challenge, with buildings producing 30–40 percent of global carbon emissions. Over the next 2 to 3 years, financing and accelerating the decarbonization of both new and existing assets presents a major opportunity for our community. With growing policy mandates, investor expectations, and customer demand, we can meaningfully scale the development of decarbonized assets.
An expert panel explored how to drive decarbonization in the built environment from multiple viewpoints — development, policy, finance, and consulting. Panelists discussed how developers can secure better insurance and financing terms by building net-zero projects.
Dan McGee of Redbrick LMD shared insights from his successes and challenges advancing net-zero construction. David Davenport, managing director at NY Green Bank, offered lessons from decades navigating policy and finance incentives. Shanta Tucker, director at Atelier Ten, explained how she helps developers and institutions plan for and achieve net-zero goals. The session was moderated by Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, Earle W. Kazis and Benjamin Schore Professor of Real Estate and Professor of Finance at Columbia Business School.
Discussion topics included the roles of insurance, lenders, and green banks; project profitability; regulatory trends; state and city tax incentives; and the timeline for cost parity in net-zero construction. Panelists also examined the challenges of portfolio decarbonization and whether customers are willing to pay more for net-zero homes.
Organized by the Columbia Business School Alumni Club of New York.
NYC Climate Week 2025, Navigating Climate Challenges: Resilience Through Insurance, Markets, and Public Policy
September 22
As climate disasters intensify, only 25 percent of losses across Europe are insured — leaving households and governments exposed. This fireside chat with Alexander Sarrigeorgiou '79SEAS, '80SEAS, chairman and CEO of Eurolife FFH Insurance Group and chairman of the Hellenic Association of Insurance Companies, explored how smarter regulation and market design can turn insurance into a pillar of climate resilience. The session was moderated by Alexis Abramson, dean of Columbia Climate School, with welcome remarks from Shih-Fu Chang, dean of Columbia Engineering, and Costis Maglaras, dean of Columbia Business School.
Co-presented by Columbia Engineering, the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change at Columbia Business School, and Columbia Climate School.
NYC Climate Week 2025, Financing the Future: Perspectives on Climate Investing and Policy
September 22
In this dynamic panel discussion, leaders from across the climate finance landscape shared their perspectives on the evolution of climate investing across stages and asset classes, the impact of emerging policy on the sector, and the opportunities and challenges of building a career in this rapidly changing field. Panelists included Eliza Cushman ’23, partner at Congruent Ventures; Amanda Rohrer, principal at Blackhorn VC; Daniel Weiss, co-founder and managing partner at Angeleno Group; and moderator Bruce Usher, professor of Professional Practice, co-director of the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change, and Elizabeth B. Strickler '86 and Mark T. Gallogly '86 Faculty Director at Columbia Business School.
Co-presented by the Green Business Club (GBC), Venture Capital Club (VCC), Private Equity Club (PEI), and institute.
Social Enterprise + Climate Change Welcome Retreat
September 21
At this welcome retreat, attendees traveled to Governors Island for a half-day retreat at LMCC’s Arts Center, a vibrant venue at the intersection of art, climate action, and public engagement. Students and Tamer faculty and staff explored how creativity fuels social and environmental impact through the Works on Water Triennial Exhibition — a thought-provoking collection of visual art, performance, and research focused on NYC’s waterways and climate futures. This experience invites reflection on future roles as business leaders in shaping more just, sustainable cities and offered a chance to build relationships with peers in an inspiring setting.
This retreat served as a unique opportunity for first- and second-year students interested in climate change and social enterprise to come together and mingle with like-minded individuals from the climate and social impact communities at CBS. Participants had the opportunity to get to know the Tamer Institute clubs, including the Green Business Club (GBC) and Social Enterprise Club (SEC), as well as meet faculty and staff from the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change. Activities included a scenic ferry ride to Governors Island and panel discussion with Works on Water Exhibition curatorial artists that explored the exhibition before it opened to the public.
Organized by the institute and hosted in partnership with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC).
Tamer Institute EMBA Information Sessions
September 20 and September 26
EMBA students interested in learning about social entrepreneurship, impact and ESG investing, climate change and CSR, renewable energy, board service, and international development, visited the Tamer Institute’s info table to learn about climate- and social enterprise-related projects, events, and clubs.
LEO Impact Fund Information Session
September 18
LEO Impact Fund (formerly Microlumbia) is the CBS student-run impact investing fund. The fund invests in early-stage social enterprises and provides pro bono consulting services to high impact startups. Founded in 2007 and incorporated as a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works with the Social Enterprise Club (SEC), LEO strives to educate the next generation of impact investors with hands-on experience, active networks, and educational events. Students interested in joining LEO attended this info session to learn more about the organization and hear about leadership opportunities.
Organized by the LEO Impact Fund, in partnership with the Social Enterprise Club (SEC), and supported by the institute.
Social Enterprise Club (SEC) Kickoff Social
September 18
Members gathered at the Baylander to kickoff the new year and connect with fellow changemakers.
Organized by the Social Enterprise Club (SEC).
Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP) Information Session
September 17
Students interested in taking on an independent consulting project for a nonprofit learned more about the Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP), application process, and nonprofit board service.
Organized by the Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP), within the Social Enterprise (SEC), and institute.
Pangea Advisors Information Session
September 16
Students heard from club leadership about Pangea Advisors, CBS’s pro bono international consulting organization that strives to improve lives in the developing world by helping nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises address business challenges. Club leaders discussed how Pangea operates, its impact to-date, a summary of past projects, the opportunities for first-year students to join the board, and the potential for travel this year.
Organized by Pangea Advisors, within the Social Enterprise Club (SEC).
Social and Environmental Summer Fellowship (SESF) Cross-campus Project Presentations and Social
September 16
The institute and the 2025 Social and Environmental Summer Fellowship (SESF) cross-campus participants came to celebrate their achievements during the past summer. This event served as an opportunity for students from various schools across campus to come together, listen to descriptions and answer questions about their summer experiences, and network informally with students who have similar interests and goals. This year’s fellows interned across social enterprise and environmental sectors, including sustainability, international development, health care, impact investing, and beyond.
Organized by the institute and hosted by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).
Careers Panel With Career Management Center (CMC) Coaches
September 16
Members joined CBS Career Management Center (CMC) coaches David Wei ’19 and Kaitlin Butler ’19 who have built impactful careers in sustainability. The discussion explored their career journeys and attendees had the opportunity to hear advice for students looking to enter the field and where industry is headed.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Three Cairns Fellowship Information Session
September 15
Karen Hasher, program manager, led an information session about the Three Cairns Fellowship at CBS. The session detailed how the fellowship supports MBA and EMBA students working on semester or year-long projects at the intersection of climate change and business, offering insights into eligibility, application processes, and project opportunities.
Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP) Fall Club Kickoff
September 15
All students interested in being a consultant, engagement manager, or board member for the Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP) this semester attended to learn about the program, application process, and consulting projects for the fall 2025 semester.
Organized by the Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP).
Green Business Club (GBC) Kickoff
September 11
Students interested in joining the Green Business Club (GBC) heard from the leadership team about programming for the year. Following the kickoff, students headed to the Baylander for an informal social gathering to network with each other.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Tamer Institute Clubs Kickoff
September 10
Students interested in social entrepreneurship, impact and ESG investing, climate change, corporate social responsibility, renewable energy, board service, and international development attended the kickoff. The event featured club leaders who shared insights on club initiatives and the vibrant climate and social impact community at CBS. Attendees learned about opportunities to engage with these focus areas through various club activities.
Organized by the Community Impact Club (CIC), Green Business Club (GBC), Small Business Consulting Program (SBCP), Social Enterprise Club (SEC) — including LEO Impact Fund, Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP), and Pangea Advisors — and institute.
August 2025
Green Business Club (GBC) Board Kickoff Social
August 26
The Green Business Club (GBC) board leadership team gathered to kickoff the upcoming academic year and discuss upcoming events.
Organized by the Green Business Club (GBC).
Tamer Institute Executive Education, MET XI Reunion Reception
August 15
Participants of the 2025 Metropolitan Museum of Art Executive Development Program attended a summer reunion to reconnect and share achievements and memories of the program.
July 2025
Tamer Fund for Social Ventures (TFSV) Office Hours
July 21 and August 11
Karen Hasher, program manager, hosted office hours for Columbia University students, alumni, and researchers to learn about the Tamer Fund for Social Ventures, which provides seed grants of $25K to nonprofit, for-profit, and hybrid early-stage social and environmental ventures. Funding is made available to around seven ventures each year. Office hours provide attendees with the opportunity to ask questions about the application process, deadlines, and eligibility criteria.
Summer for the City: An evening With the Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP) and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
July 10
For the third summer in a row, CBS EMBA students joined the Tamer Institute's Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP) and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to experience a special “Summer for the City” event, including a pre-show networking reception hosted by EMBA alumna Laura Colony ’23, SVP advancement and innovation at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Following the reception, participants enjoyed complimentary reserved seating for the evening’s performance of Music for New Bodies with American Modern Opera Company (AMOC) — an innovative arts collective founded in 2017 “with the aim of shaking up the performance scene” (Read more about the Lincoln Center residency in The New York Times.)
Organized by the Nonprofit Board Leadership Program (NBLP), a part of the Social Enterprise Club (SEC), institute, and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.