We are at an incredible moment in history. World-changing external forces–climate, technology, a pandemic–are reshaping our societies at the same time investors and consumers reorient to place values and purpose at the center of all affairs. Within this rapidly shifting economic landscape, the desire to integrate values into our actions, both charitable and financial, is […]
Take your lunch hour to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th by networking with other members of Women @ SWAN! We will be doing self-introductions and interactive breakout rooms, so come prepared to meet other motivated, passionate SWAN women. This luncheon is a great opportunity to invite prospective women members, so please bring a […]
SWAN is pleased to welcome John Thornborrow as our guest at the next SWAN members-only virtual happy hour on March 24th from 5:00-6:00 p.m. CST. John is a leader in the Austin impact investing ecosystem, and was one of the first people that SWAN founder Bob Bridge met with when he was pondering whether […]
Join MassChallenge, SWAN Impact Network, SMU Lyle School of Engineering, The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at SMU, EY Entrepreneurs Access Network, BioLabs Pegasus Park, Impact Ventures, Health Wildcatters, and UT Dallas Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship for a networking event as we bring together founders, investors, and other key […]
The economy is worrisome. How should you think about angel investing in the next 12 months? We have been here before. There was the dot.com bust in 2001 and the housing crash in 2008. What investing lessons were learned from those down cycles, and how can those lessons inform your near-term investment decisions? Please join […]
SWAN's POC (People of Color) Affinity Group will host a Zoom call to discuss the group's charter, objectives, and future plans. Please reach out to SWAN Administrative Director Jenny Dielmann-Garcia at jenny.dielmann-garcia@swanimpact.org with any questions.
The economy is worrisome. How should you think about angel investing in the next 12 months? We have been here before. There was the dot.com bust in 2001 and the housing crash in 2008. What investing lessons were learned from those down cycles, and how can those lessons inform your near-term investment decisions? Please join […]
SWAN Impact Network and Social Venture Partners Austin are teaming up to host an informal gathering that connects our members and others in the community who share a passion for a better Austin. Visit with Social Venture Partners and SWAN Impact Angels to learn more about how they support social impact organizations/enterprises working to address […]
SWAN's POC (People of Color) Affinity Group will host an in-person happy hour for group members to gather for a little summer fun. Gather inside Hold Out Brewing at our specially-reserved tables for some cool drinks, delicious appetizers, and fun conversation. Please reach out to SWAN Administrative Director Jenny Dielmann-Garcia at jenny.dielmann-garcia@swanimpact.org with any questions.
The economy is worrisome. How should you think about angel investing in the next 12 months? We have been here before. There was the dot.com bust in 2001 and the housing crash in 2008. What investing lessons were learned from those down cycles, and how can those lessons inform your near-term investment decisions? Please join […]
MassChallenge will host a monthly morning round table coffee session at Codependent Coffee located in downtown Austin through December. These gatherings will be held on the first Thursday of every month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. CT. Dates for the fall gatherings: September 1 October 6 November 3 December 1 Check the link HERE to register for […]
Help Us Make a Greater Impact via North Texas Giving Day! Communities Foundation's annual North Texas Giving Day, the largest community-wide giving event in the nation, is scheduled this year for September 22, 2022. SWAN Impact Network will be participating in the event and raising funds to further our mission of supporting under-represented entrepreneurs and […]
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, SWAN's POC (People of Color) Affinity Group is pleased to welcome CEO and Co-Founder of Flash Parking, Juan Rodriguez, as the speaker on our October 5th webinar. Rodriguez will discuss his entrepreneurial journey in the founding of FlashParking, as well as some of the challenges he sees that Hispanic […]
MassChallenge will host a monthly morning round table coffee session at Codependent Coffee located in downtown Austin through December. These gatherings will be held on the first Thursday of every month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. CT. Dates for the fall gatherings: October 6 November 3 December 1 Check the link HERE to register for the date […]
On November 3rd, MassChallenge will host a morning round table coffee session at Codependent Coffee located in downtown Austin, and from 8:30-9:30 a.m. CT. Check the link HERE to register for the date (or dates) you would like to attend. Founders, MC alumni, Experts, Partners, and SWAN members are invited to connect, learn, and exchange […]
Austin has a thriving social-impact community: 6,000 non-profits registered in Travis County, at least four impact accelerators, strong support in our universities, an impact angel network, a city government that cares about impact, impact co-working spaces, and impact support organizations . . . Wow! Please join us for a special opportunity to immerse yourself in the local […]
Grab your favorite beverage and join us on November 10th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. CT for this opportunity for SWAN Impact Network Associate members to connect and celebrate the group's accomplishments and contributions for 2022. This virtual happy hour will include highlights for the year and more information on what's coming up in 2023. We look […]
Save the Date for Giving Tuesday! This year, we invite you to join SWAN on November 29 for the worldwide giving movement called GivingTuesday, an annual global day of giving that takes place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Our goal is to raise $5,000. At SWAN Impact Network, we believe that supporting early-stage companies who are […]
Thank you to all who planned on attending Steve Case's visit to Dallas. Unfortunately, due to weather conditions, the event will be postponed to a later date. We will reach out in the coming days with the new event date. In the meantime, stay safe and warm! Thank you.
Steve Case, a founder of AOL and Revolution Start-Up, is coming to Dallas on February 2nd for two special events, and SWAN will be part of the big day. Special thanks to our Impact Sponsor, Lyda Hill Philanthropies, for making this possible. First, SWAN was asked to partner with Lyda Hill Philanthropies and Perot Jain […]