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Welcome! This regular newsletter keeps you informed about recent developments, upcoming open and members-only events, and opportunities to engage with SVN members and the wider SVN community. We’re serious about continuing to strengthen the connections in our community and this newsletter is an essential part of our commitment.


** Announcements
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** Peer Circles have officially launched!
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Last Monday, SVN members met with their peer groups for the first time, marking the exciting relaunch of SVN’s staple member offering! These intimate groups of 6-8 members create a confidential space for leaders and changemakers to share challenges, exchange insights, and support each other's growth through structured monthly discussions. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with new circles launching every quarter. Ready to join this transformative experience? Click the button to learn more and sign up for 2025.
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** Seeking Members to volunteer for the Communications Working Group
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Help shape SVN's voice and outreach strategy! We're looking for members with experience in marketing, communications, or content creation to join our Communications Working Group. This volunteer group meets monthly to guide our messaging, online presence, and member engagement initiatives. Commitment is 3-4 hours per month. More details to come in 2025. Sign up below for updates.
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** Board Updates
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** Member Meetings Are Back!
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Our November member meeting highlighted SVN’s progress this year, tripling our membership since the RISE un-conference in June and featured other exciting developments, including peer circles launching with eight initial groups! The board shared updates on member-to-member communications through WhatsApp, a new group mailing list, and the new member directory initiative.
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** Member Approved New Bylaws!
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Following months of collaborative work by SVN’s Governance Working Group, we have developed new bylaws that establish SVN as a truly member-led organization. The draft was shared for community review and feedback through November 26th, with final revisions completed by the governance working group. On December 4th, members voted to approve these foundational bylaws, marking a new chapter in SVN’s evolution.


** Welcoming Rose Yee and Chris Jacobs to the Interim Board of Directors
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We're thrilled to welcome Rose Yee and Chris Jacobs to SVN's Interim Board of Directors. Their deep experience in governance and organizational development strengthens our leadership team during this transformative period.

Chris and Rose bring decades of valuable organizational development expertise and strategic insights. Read more about their backgrounds and perspectives in our latest blog post.
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** SVN Community Events
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DATE

January 9, 2025

TIME

4:00-5:00 PM ET

LOCATION

Online, Zoom

OFFERED TO

SVN Members

Monthly SVN Member Meeting

Our third monthly member meeting will take place on January 9, 2025. This members-only event will include organizational updates, lots of networking time, and updates from the community! Watch for calendar invites for our monthly meetings in 2025, coming soon.

DATE

January 21, 2025

TIME

6:30-7:30 PM ET

LOCATION

Online, Zoom

OFFERED TO

Everyone

Webinar: The Gamma Trap - What the heck is happening in the US anyway?

In this interactive conversation, Dr. Bob Wright will present an overview of Spiral Dynamics and the SDI change model and how it can be applied to the current state of affairs in the US.
Register here ([link removed])


** Find SVNers at These Events
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SVNers Are Everywhere! Join event-specific WhatsApp Groups to plan SVN meet-ups – like gathering at a bar on the first night. Introduce each other and expand your networks; share your successes and strengthen our community.
* National Investors Circle Chapter Meeting ([link removed]) - Thursday, December 19th at noon ET (Virtual). In this meeting, IC will celebrate the year with a roundup of updates from selected companies that have presented to and/or have been invested in by IC members and friends. IC holds monthly National IC meetings on the third Thursday of each month.
* PASA Sustainable Agriculture Conference ([link removed]) - February 5–7, 2025, Lancaster, PA
Join over 2,000 agriculture innovators from more than 20 countries at the annual PASA Conference in Lancaster, PA. With speakers from Rodale Institute and accessibility via train from NY & DC, this internationally-attended gathering brings together leaders in organic and regenerative farming. Register here ([link removed]) .


** Have an event to share?
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These upcoming events are generated by YOU, our community! Submit an event of interest through our Event Submission Form ([link removed]) to be featured in our next newsletter.


** Want to connect with others?
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When requested by members, we will create WhatsApp groups for the event to help organize meet-ups, keep in touch, and message each other during and after the event. To create a group, members should send their request to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .


** Community Updates
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** Rose outperforms in election!
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SVN Board Member Rose Yee outperformed in her run for US Congress, California District 1. With 96% of the vote counted, she has received nearly 107,000 votes. She showed that a true populist message resonates with both sides of the political aisle.
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** JumpScale and Spruce Root Announce a $6M Donation from Mackenzie Scott Empowers Alaska Native-Owned Businesses
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This transformative gift will support Alaska Native-owned businesses through the joint implementation of JumpScale’s innovative Resilience Circles program in Southeast Alaska. The Resilience Circles Framework™, a culturally informed and wellness-based initiative, has garnered widespread recognition for its effectiveness in addressing systemic challenges. The program has advanced reparative investments in Indigenous innovation and community well-being by integrating local Indigenous expertise, trauma-informed practices, business ecosystems, and impact capital.
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** Malachi Leads Global Panel on Sexual Trauma & Recovery at ISTSS 2024
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Malachi Gillihan ([link removed]) led a global panel on sexual trauma, integrating theory, research, and approaches for recovery and healing for survivors. The panel was at the annual conference of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies in Boston in September. The panel explored approaches in various contexts including Ireland, India, Australia, the UK and the US.


** Share your updates!
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We want to hear about your achievements, collaborations, and initiatives. Submit your community updates through our Community Update Form ([link removed]) for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
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