​Let's celebrate International Women's Day together!

​Join us on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 9:00 - 10:00 AM PST for our virtual event, "Breaking Into Climate Investing in 2026."

​More women are ready to move capital toward climate solutions. They come from finance, tech, sustainability, and philanthropy, and they face the same problem. The guidance currently available, however, is scattered, outdated, and disconnected from how climate capital actually moves today.

​This virtual event is designed to serve as a supportive on-ramp for women entering climate investing and climate finance.

​Our time together during this virtual event will focus on sharing real solutions from real women deploying capital from different asset classes. Participants will gain clear insight into where capital is flowing, how decisions are made, and how the industry is evolving.

​Target Audience

​Women exploring or pursuing a transition into climate investing or climate-focused financial roles, including early- and mid-career professionals from consulting, finance, tech, engineering, corporate sustainability, philanthropy, and related fields.

​Expected Outcomes

​Participants will gain a clear roadmap for entering climate investing and finance, understand relevant skill sets, and build early connections with sector peers.

​Agenda:

​Event Format (60 Minutes, Virtual)

​Opening Remarks (10 min)
A clear framing of today’s climate capital landscape and job opportunities.

​Fireside Chat #1: Hiring and Career Transitions in Climate Finance (10 min)
Recruiter and ESG specialist Cecilia Ciepiela-Kaelin with Blue Earth Talent shares what firms are looking for in 2026, plus practical best practices for breaking in or pivoting careers.
Moderated by Raychel Espiritu

​Fireside Chat #2 (10 min): Jennifer Skylakos, Global Head, Sustainable Infrastructure & Energy Practice, DHR Global, will talk about best practices for navigating the climate investing ecosystem, how organizations are building their investment teams, and where opportunities are emerging for professionals entering the space.

​Moderated by Raychel Espiritu

​Fireside Chat: Real Career Pivot Stories (15 min)
Hear from WICIF Co-Founders Marisa Sweeney and Meghan Pasricha, who have made significant job changes over the past few years, share candid lessons, challenges, and what has worked for them.

​Moderated by Raychel Espiritu

​Networking and Rapid Connections (20 min)
Structured small-group conversations to build meaningful micro-communities and peer support.

​Hosted by:

​Raychel Espiritu, WICIF Co-Founder and LA Co-Chair

​Marisa Sweeney, WICIF Co-Founder and SF Co-Chair

​Meghan Pasricha, WICIF Co-Founder and NY Co-Chair

​About Women in Climate Investing & Finance: 

​The purpose of Women in Climate Investing & Finance is to provide a space for women to authentically connect, build community, and support and empower each other in climate investing and finance. With the increased focus on ESG, climate tech / clean tech, decarbonization, and related themes, we host quarterly get-togethers around the globe to expand our networks and learn from each other. 

​Our previous events have connected a diverse range of women, from those in early-stage venture capital to late-stage infrastructure financing and everything in between, including women considering a career pivot. Given the multidisciplinary nature of fighting climate change, we particularly encourage women to attend even if they are in the early innings of mapping out the impact of climate work in their current roles. Connect with us on LinkedIn and Instagram.