Introduction to Opportunities in Impact Investing

How can finance be used to address persistent social, environmental and economic challenges? We will be hosting several workshops this fall to learn more about careers and opportunities in impact investing. We will be joined by industry experts based in Seattle to gain exposure to this growing community and opportunities for students to participate. The first session will work on a common understanding of impact investing and the types of roles that exist across disciplines and career paths. A panel of practitioners will share how they entered the field, what the work looks like and what they wish they had known earlier. The session is open to all UW students interested in learning more about opportunities in impact investing. Panelists: Melanie Audette, Senior Vice President, Mission Investors Exchange Melanie Audette is Senior Vice President of Member Experience and Partnerships at Mission Investors Exchange, where she works with investors and partners to advance innovative impact investing opportunities. A former U.S. Foreign Service officer with extensive nonprofit and foundation experience, Melanie brings a broad perspective on using capital to create social impact. Teresa Wells, Managing Director, AltiGlobal Teresa Wells is Managing Director and Co-Head of U.S. Client Advisory and Impact Strategy at AlTi, with more than 25 years of experience in wealth management and investment strategy.