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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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** New! Save on SVN-IC Joint Membership
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We're excited to announce our new partnership with Investors Circle! IC members can now join SVN at 25% off ($900), while SVN members get preferred access to IC Associate Membership ($800 instead of $1,800). Email [email protected] with proof of IC membership to access your discount. Together, we're building a stronger impact ecosystem.
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** Peer Circles Applications Are Open
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Peer Circles ([link removed]) are back and better than ever! In November, we brought together 25 peers across 3 dynamic groups, creating spaces for connection, growth, and shared learning. Now we're excited to announce applications are open for our March 2025 cohort.

Ready to join a community of peers who support and inspire each other? Don't miss this opportunity to be part of our next round of Peer Circles. Sign up ([link removed]) today.

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** News from the SVN Community
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a photo of the Pacific Palisades fire

Photo credit: Josh Knauer ([link removed])


** SVN Members Impacted by the Los Angeles Fires
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As the fires in Los Angeles and Southern California are continuing to burn, our hearts go out to all communities impacted by them. We’re just starting to hear about SVN members impacted by the fires: James & Sonia Cummings lost their home, Josh Knauer and Zak Zaidman had to evacuate, and we know there are many others we aren’t yet aware of. If you know of other members of our community who are impacted, please let us know through the SVN Members email list or WhatsApp group. Several of us are organizing community and business response actions, so please keep an eye out for more info.


** Celebrating the Life of Carol Sanford
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Carol Sanford was a leading thinker, writer, and teacher on the topic of regenerative systems. She worked with Fortune 500 and new economy executives in designing and leading systemic business change and design. Many of us in the SVN community looked forward to seeing her at our events, learning from her wisdom and delighting in her bright smiles and warm hugs. Carol passed peacefully towards the end of 2024, but her impact, friendship, and love will be felt for a long time. May her memory be a blessing.


** Another SVN Partnership Formed!
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Michael Pirron (Lifetime SVN Member) and Tanya Seidman were married in December at the exact spot they met at an SVN Conference in Paradise Point in San Diego three years ago! While most of the long lasting and deep relationships formed at SVN lead to lifelong friendships and sometimes business deals, the entire community is thrilled at Michael and Tanya taking it to the next level!


** Board Updates
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** Make History: Join SVN's First Member-Elected Board
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SVN is seeking diverse, passionate leaders for our first-ever member-elected Board of Directors. Shape our future while building deeper connections within our community. Nominations close February 9th. Ready to step forward? Visit svn.org/board-elections to learn more about this watershed opportunity.


** Guide SVN's Democratic Transition (Feb-April 2025)
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Join our Governance Committee for a short-term role in shaping SVN history. Help interview and evaluate Board candidates during this pivotal transition to member-elected leadership. Commitment is from now through April 2nd. No long-term obligation required. Learn more at the link below.

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** Other Community Announcements
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** Shift the Conversation: Navigating Charged Environments for Changemakers: Starts Feb-25
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To address navigating difficult conversations in an era of declining trust, creators of BreakBread World & Embodied Conversation, Martha Williams and John Scilipote, are hosting a 4 part generative conversational learning lab for the changemaker community Some topics will include: liberating the righteous mind, conversations we fear, slowing down. Paying SVN members: use discount code PARTNER.
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** Talk the Walk Email Series
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Sign up for Community Symbol's six-day “Talk the Walk” email series to explore how justice-motivated organizations can effectively speak up on important issues—such as racial and environmental justice, and racial equity—while mitigating the risks and gaining credibility with their audience. Sign up for the email series to learn how you can amplify your organization's voice and your impact...unapologetically.
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** Conscious Leaders Wisdom Circle completes its inaugural year & welcomes new members in February 2025
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The inaugural year of the Conscious Leaders Wisdom Circle will be completed in Feb. 2025. Facilitated by Lori Darley & Larry Leon, we are a group realizing personal transformation manifesting our respective breakthrough projects in business. Lori & Larry offer a treasure trove of wisdom and practices curated to optimize personalized transformation.

New participants are welcome to join us in February 2025. For inquiries, please book a time with Lori at [link removed]
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** 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.


** SVN Community Events
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DATE

February 11, 2025

TIME

4:00-5:00PM ET

LOCATION

Online, Zoom

OFFERED TO

SVN Members

SVN February Member Meeting

Join us for the monthly member meeting to learn what and how SVN is doing, ask questions, and (our favorite part) catch up with fellow members in free networking time

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DATE

February 6, 2025

TIME

1:00-2:15 PM ET

LOCATION

Online, Zoom

OFFERED TO

Everyone

Join the Living Planet Group and DarkSky International

This month we will hear from DarkSky International, a leading voice in preserving the beauty of our night skies. The DarkSky movement protects communities (and wildlife) from the harmful effects of light pollution through outreach, advocacy, and conservation of natural ecosystems.
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** 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.
* Investor Circle Impact Investing Mixer ([link removed]) , January 30th 5:30 PM PT, Berkeley, CA
Brief Updates from: Investors Circle, The Cultural Center and As You Sow, Atmos Financial, Candide Group/Afterglow Climate Justice Fund, East Bay Permanent Real Estate Cooperative, Invest for Better, Jenny Kassan, New Way Homes, RSF Social Finance, Transform Finance, Values Advisor. Then time to socialize! Food and Drink Available for purchase. The kitchen opens at 5:30pm
* LARIS: Latin American Regenerative Investment Summit ([link removed]) , March 12-14, Bogota, ColombiaJoin LARIS 2025: Where Latin American regenerative agriculture meets impact investing. Connect with farmers, businesses, and investors to discover profitable opportunities and drive sustainable transformation across the region.


** 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]) .

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