The Power of Place: Investment, Innovation and Impact

How can Chicago accelerate economic growth while ensuring communities share in the benefits?

Join Social Responsibility Chicago and host Loyola Baumhart Center for a conversation featuring Brad Henderson, Hardik Bhatt, Greg Mooney, and Shana Hayes, moderated by Tovah McCord, as they explore how place-based investing can strengthen neighborhoods, expand economic opportunity, and create lasting prosperity. The discussion will also highlight Xchange Chicago as an innovative model for aligning capital, partnerships, and community assets to drive meaningful local impact.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Networking and Refreshments: 8:00 a.m.
Program: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Location: Schreiber Center, 16 E. Pearson Street, Room 908, Chicago

Space is limited. Please register by October 8.

This event is co-hosted by the Baumhart Center, EY, Social Responsibility Chicago, Just Act Partners, and the Corporate Coalition of Chicago. To learn more about these partnerships, check out our Place Based Investing Report and the May 2026 Op Ed in Crains Chicago Business.