Net Impact is an organization dedicated to creating a network of business leaders who use the power of business to create a positive net social, environmental, and economic impact. Founded in 1999, the chapter at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management is one of the most active in the country.
Among other activities, the club has yearly courses in social entrepreneurship and sustainable business focusing on the "triple bottom line." As well, our chapter regularly hosts speakers, participates in campus greening initiatives, and attends the yearly National Net Impact Conference.
As part of the school's Center for Investor Welfare and Corporate Responsibility, members of the club participate in managing the school's socially responsible index fund (done for course credit).
At Davis Net Impact, we constantly search for new and innovative approaches to corporate responsibility and ways to demonstrate its impact. Liz Maw, Net Impact's Executive Director, has noted that we lead the way in campus and community impact and that "In addition to their many accomplishments, the Davis team has spread the Net Impact message to the 110 person student body creating a chapter that while small in number, is mighty in impact.”
»Trailblazing Away...
Congratulations to the 2007 chapter of Davis Net Impact. The 2008 graduating class built on and expanded the prior year's phenomenal programs which resulted in the 2006 Small School Chapter of the Year award. These pioneering efforts were recognized at the 2007 Net Impact Conference in Nashville where the chapter was awarded 2007 Trailblazer Chapter of the Year!!! The leadership team is proud to have received this honor and would like to take the opportunity to thank all of those who contributed to the strength of the club.
To read more, please click here....
»Board Fellows
The Net Impact Board Fellows Program matches UC Davis Graduate School of Management MBA candidates with the Boards of Directors of nonprofit organizations for 1 year fellowships as non-voting board members. The overarching goals of the program are to teach and develop leadership skills in MBA students, instill the importance of community service throughout their careers, and provide nonprofit boards with a talent pool to advance specific projects.
More information.
Non-profit host? Get the application.
Spotlighting Events
2009 Net Impact Board
Congratulations to the new Board!
Co-Presidents: Hilary Hobbs & Jane Kruse,
Director of Campus Greening: Monica Hartlauer,
Co-Directors of Marketing: Scilla Outcault & Julie Barg,
Co-Directors of Career Development: Jackie Jaszka & Elena Chavez Carey,
Director of Curriculum Development: Jim Kelly,
Director of Finance: Srinivas Muppidi,
Director of Events: Anita Lee
ELECTION EXTRAVAGANZA!
It is time for us to pass the torch and the class of 2010 to take the lead. This is your chance to build upon the legend of Davis Net Impact. For all the exciting happenings click on
Elections or go to the Events tab.
NI Yosemite Weekend!
I was not at Net Impact weekend and I want to know about it. If you have a NI Yosemite weekend story and/or pictures please send them to mijones@ucdavis.edu and you could be featured on our site.
2008 Net Impact North America Conference.
Get pumped for the 2008 National Net Impact Conference held this year in Philadelphia on November 15th-18th. Last years get together in Nashville was a rager, and this year is sure to be the same. Not only will you get the opportunity to network, meet potential employers, and hear great speakers, but you could be one of the lucky ones who gets to party with The Mitch. Sign up NOW!!
UC Davis Extension Sustainability Courses
While there is still time to register for Fall Qtr 2008 check out the courses offered by the UCD Extension. Courses include topics in green building, LEED certification, solar energy and resource management. Course descriptions and links can be found in the Non GSM section under the Curriculum link. Learn to be more sustain-able.
Davis Net Impact receives Gold Ranking
Davis Net Impact is proud to announce that our chapter has received a “Gold Chapter” standing from Net Impact Central!
Each year, Net Impact ranks its Chapters to highlight those that exemplify or exceed Net Impact Central’s requirements.
Net Impact participates in UCD Focus the Nation Event
On Thursday, January 31st, 2008, over 1750 educational institutions (primarily colleges and universities) across the country hosted events focusing on climate change solutions as part of Focus the Nation. UC Davis hosted one of the more creative, community collaborative, and extensive events of the day...» Read More
The UCD Net Impact Newsletter
Keep up with upcoming events, speakers, and job and internship opportunities with the Net Impact Newsletter. Catch all the prime local and national net impact happenings....» Read More
Day on the Job - Alza
UCD Net Impact hosted a day on the job at & Johnson's Alza manufacturing plant, and their ne solar power field. Read about how one Net Impact member viewed the experience (but only after I update the link because I am still figuring this thing out)...» Read More
