AI is transforming the way young people learn, work, and plan their futures. The entry-level job market is shrinking, internships aren’t keeping up, and a generation graduating into an AI-first labor market is trying to navigate shifting expectations in real-time. In this episode of Money + Meaning, recorded live at SOCAP25 and co-curated with American Student Assistance, investors and founders working across education, workforce development, and philanthropy explore how capital can help young people thrive because of AI — not in spite of it.

Impact investing often centers on models, metrics, and capital stacks. But as facilitator and coach Michael Kass shares in conversation with SOCAP’s Sarah Sterling, outcomes are also shaped by the stories organizations live inside, the trust within teams, and the relationships among founders, funders, and boards. By treating money as energy and expanding due diligence to include culture and capacity, investors and entrepreneurs can design partnerships that create systemic, lasting change. This episode of Money + Meaning explores how narrative alignment, right-sized growth, and co-created reporting can make deals more resilient.

Created in partnership with Root Capital and ImpactAlpha, this episode shines a light on how climate shifts are impacting farmers worldwide. As climate change makes farming riskier and more expensive, Root Capital is on the front lines with farmers around the world, helping to identify and finance innovative solutions to build prosperous, resilient farming communities. Working specifically with agricultural businesses, Root Capital works to provide farmers and workers in emerging markets with the credit capacity and connections they need to grow their impact. To date, it has lent more than $2 billion to 1,000 businesses and improved the livelihoods of 10 million people.

Bridging the healthcare financing gap by mobilizing private capital through sustainable financing alongside public funds is essential to achieving universal health coverage and SDG3 by 2030. The U.S. withdrawal from the WHO and retreat from investing in the global health enterprise this year have added to this gap, with long-term ramifications on disease transmission and a loss in global public health infrastructure. The role of private capital working in collaboration with multiple stakeholders is at a critical juncture for action.

In this episode of Money + Meaning, recorded at SOCAP24, learn about successful impact investment case studies in global health, including in low- to middle-income countries. You'll hear about proven innovative financing solutions and dive into the critical and remarkable potential for technology, “health tech,” and AI in scaling global health care solutions.

Shifts in policy and public sentiment are creating headwinds for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in various sectors. However, some mission-driven allocators are staying the course on their commitments to a diverse investing future. By continuing these investments, allocators address the funding equity gap for founders who are people of color, women, or both. They also pursue financial returns and a more vibrant, sustainable economy. 

This episode features a SOCAP24 session that spotlights allocators who offer examples for other investors seeking diverse funding opportunities and stronger financial performance.

Mental health issues affect about one in five Americans, but accessing appropriate services remains a challenge for many. These challenges layer atop issues including a fragmented mental health care ecosystem and a shortage of providers. In this episode of Money + Meaning, investors and mental health services professionals share their thoughts and ideas on creating a more integrated and equitable mental health care system.

Collaborators who launched the Inclusive Capital Exchange (ICX) at SOCAP24 are preparing for its second year of enhancing the flow of capital between impact funders and founders at SOCAP25. As they incorporate lessons from the initial experience, the ICX team sees broader opportunities to drive effective deal-making and “help investors get off their assets” at SOCAP25.

An initiative launched to connect more entrepreneurs and communities with capital for impact is making an urgent call for additional funders and organizations. An influx of catalytic capital — investments that acknowledge the risk involved — is needed to address global social and environmental challenges and realize the full potential of impact investing. 

Partners in the Catalytic Capital Consortium (C3) provide a look at their progress and plans for building this patient, flexible, and risk-tolerant investment field in this Money + Meaning podcast, recorded at SOCAP24.

This episode of Money + Meaning features leaders from World Education Services, a global social enterprise committed to 100% mission-aligned investing. Tune in to hear lessons learned, milestones, and how the bold decision aims to reinforce the organization’s approach to impact.

Recorded at SOCAP24, this discussion features leaders in the field who offer a comprehensive overview of the climate capital landscape and share how they are working to transform economic systems to be in harmony with the planet.