2027 Mission Investing Institute
About this Event
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The 2027 Mission Investing Institute will take place May 11-13, 2027, in Denver, Colorado. As Mission Investors Exchange’s (MIE) signature introductory learning program, our Institute is designed to help philanthropy professionals start or strengthen their impact investing practice.
This year’s Institute features an optional Impact in Action site visit on May 11, 2027, with required programming starting on May 12 at the History Colorado Center. A virtual orientation and office hours will be offered before the in-person program. Institute sessions will cover best practices for foundations and other mission-driven asset owners to develop the strategy and capacity for an effective impact investing program. Expect a dynamic learning environment with opportunities to workshop organizational solutions, apply actionable insights, and build connections with fellow practitioners.
Industry experts will lead the Institute’s curriculum, offering practical tools that can be applied across various stages of impact investing. Participants will leave with concrete examples and next steps for scaling their impact investing programs.
Learning objectives include:
- Defining impact investing and other key terms
- Understanding investment approaches
- Designing and implementing a portfolio
- Sourcing and underwriting investments
- Monitoring financial performance
- Measuring social impact
Eligibility
The Institute is designed primarily for professionals from MIE member and non-member foundations as well as other mission-driven asset owners. The curriculum will be most relevant for those with less than five years of impact investing experience or those who are seeking strategies and frameworks to deepen their expertise and advance their work. Foundation leaders including CEOs/Presidents, board and investment committee members, as well as finance, investment, and program staff, are encouraged to attend. If an organization registers more than two participants, we prefer that at least one participant is a board or investment committee member.
Foundations and mission-driven asset owners will be prioritized for Institute registration. A limited number of seats may be made available for MIE affiliate members, local community nonprofits, and industry partners—if you fall within those categories and are interested in attending, please contact Mark Bernstiel at [email protected].
Tentative Event Schedule
For the tentative event schedule, please see the agenda section below.
Please note: Additional program details and speakers will be shared closer to the event date. Session times and details are subject to change. All times are MST unless otherwise noted.
4/27 (Virtual)
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Virtual Programming (12:00 - 1:30 p.m EST)
Info: Participants will receive a comprehensive walk-through of key impact investing definitions, tools, and examples to equip them for the upcoming in-person programming.
4/29 (Virtual - Optional)
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Optional Office Hours with the Institute team (1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST)
Info: MIE senior leaders and industry experts will be available for one-on-one time, where Institute participants are encouraged to raise any impact investing questions on their mind.
5/11 (Denver - Optional)
🕑: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Impact in Action Site Visit (Optional)
Info: This off-site session gives participants the chance to explore impact investing firsthand by learning from local investors and practitioners. It will consist of a panel discussion, followed by a site visit. Capacity is limited, and pre-registration will be required. Additional details will be provided to Institute registrants.
5/12 (Denver)
🕑: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Programming
Info: Agenda topics will include: Developing your impact investing program, maintaining and operationalizing your strategy, understanding laws and regulations in today’s environment, and building community-centered investments. Programming formats will include expert panels, fireside chats, interactive small group breakouts, and facilitated discussions.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Reception
5/13 (Denver)
🕑: 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Programming
Info: Final programming will include a comprehensive case study session led by MIE, special session on Impact Measurement and Management (IMM), and closing session.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 3112.79
