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Dear SVN Members and Beloved Community,

We hope you are enjoying your summer as much as possible, staying off news cycles and getting outside and off the screens some. Checking in that you are living life to the fullest.

Thank you for your patience and for bearing with us as the new Board gets up to speed! Since some of us are new to the organization and we're all volunteers, we've been busy behind the scenes. This is our inaugural newsletter, so don't worry—you haven't missed anything yet… We’ve just been under a rock, figuring things out, and are excited to bring you monthly newsletters! Woot!

After reforming our Board structure and leadership, we're excited to be back in action! Rob Lederer stepped down as Board Chair to focus on his family, a decision we deeply respect, and we're grateful for his years of dedicated service to SVN. Dror Yaron has taken on the Board Chair role, and we appreciate his leadership during this upcoming timeframe.

Meet the New Board

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To help our community get acquainted with the new Board leadership, we encourage you to attend our August 12 member meeting ([link removed]) at 4pm ET Join us for open dialogue and connection!

For SVN Members, sign up for one-on-one virtual coffee chats with:

Dror Yaron ([link removed]) , Board Chair scheduling link ([link removed])

Njideka Harry ([link removed]) , Vice Chair scheduling link ([link removed])

Cindy Curtis ([link removed]) , Treasurer scheduling link ([link removed])


** What We’ve Been Up To
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1. Starting to plan an In-Person SVN 2026 gathering (and promoting regional gatherings)
2. Revitalizing peer groups and potentially other sector-based Biz circles
3. Starting to plan quarterly online Town Halls and guest speaker line-ups
4. We have an ENORMOUS spreadsheet of tasks to do… it took a minute to assemble ALL of those tasks; when it comes to building a new organization, it’s ALOT!
5. Deciding on Board committees, Chairs, and process. We are a working volunteer Board, and new to each other. (Thanks for giving us grace! )

Our Top Priorities Now

* Peer circles and other business sector circles are up and running
* Online programming and community gatherings
* 2026 in-person gathering planning


** Join SVN Today
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You must be a member to participate in either the Peer Circles or the Mutual Aid Circle and be listed in the SVN Member Directory.
Become a member today ([link removed])


** SVN Community
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Calling all Climate Geeks! Join the Living Planet Working Group!

The Living Planet Working Group is a circle of global changemakers that collaborate on innovative solutions for a healthy planet where all life flourishes. We meet once a month on the 3rd Thursday at 1 pm ET. Join us and Register here! ([link removed])

Join the SVN Mutual Aid Circle!

The next meeting is on Thursday, August 14th, 2-3 PM PST/5-6 PM EST with Richard Trent, Executive Director of the Main Street Alliance ([link removed]) , discussing how small businesses are navigating today's economic challenges and building equitable communities. Register here ([link removed]) to attend.

Are you a passionate Investor? Join (or Re-Join) The Investors Circle (IC)!

The Investors Circle (IC) connects angel investors backing early-stage entrepreneurs who generate strong financial returns while creating meaningful social and environmental impact. SVN members can join IC at a discounted rate. "Be Our Guest" before deciding on membership. Our next virtual meeting is September 18 from noon to 2 pm ET. Check our events page ([link removed]) to register for upcoming IC gatherings.

Love discussing Books? Join the new Regenerative Reads Bookgrouphttps://bookclubs.com/clubs/6052856/join/7a5053here! ([link removed])

SVN member Jan Morgan and Mira Rubin host the Regenerative Reads Bookclub to explore groundbreaking ideas and inspiring stories that make a difference in the natural world.

Thinking of going to the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI )?

Here is an SVN discount code, SVN20, at this link ([link removed]) ! Current early bird pricing is $5,000 for the first ticket and $3,000 for additional tickets from the same organization. This pricing will likely increase.

Don’t miss the Deadline! Tell the EPA, Clean Air is Good for Business

EPA proposes repealing key clean air standards - including GHG emissions rules for power plants and Mercury/Air Toxics Standards. This could be the biggest environmental rollback in 20 years. Public comments due by Sept 15. Make your voice heard. Stop this by telling the EPA what you think here. ([link removed]) We know what you think.

Hey! Are you going to be at NYC Climate Week from September 21-27???

Great, because The Living Planet Working Group folks are already planning an SVN gathering for ALL SVNers there. We are planning a “Living Systems Lounge”. We aim to have a central gathering date(s) and will notify you way ahead of time! Stay tuned, and we’ll announce updates here in the next newsletter.


** Caption Contest! What on earth is happening here?
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Please submit your caption contest responses to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

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** 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.

Have a community announcement for September 8th’s newsletter?

If so, please update us here before Sept 4th! ([link removed]) OrCommunity Updates here ([link removed])


** 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])


** In service and with love,
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Dror, Njideka, Cindy, Vincent, Julia, Liz, Josh, Rose, Leen

Your SVN Board
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