​You’re invited to an SVN gathering in Philadelphia October 9-11th!

​Join us this fall at Judy Wicks's homestead on the edge of Philadelphia to reconnect, recharge, and be inspired to lead the change we want to see.

​Together we'll explore Hopeful Leadership in the Age of Fascism, White Supremacy, and Climate Change, featuring Jay Coen Gilbert, co-founder of B Lab and White Men for Racial Justice, Gabriel Mandujano, CEO of WashCycle Laundry, Micha Gold-Markel, founder of Solar States, Heidi Barr, founder of PA Flax Project, and Sanjay Kharod, director at The Common Market.

​Between sessions, there is time to connect, enjoy a bonfire, play music, and meet local entrepreneurs working toward change.

​Ticket Options

​Full Weekend: Participate in our full day of Saturday programming and enjoy a Friday welcome dinner and Sunday breakfast and closing circle at Judy's. (Recommended if travelling from out of town)

​Saturday Only: Join us for a day full of inspiring speakers, facilitated conversations to spark action, shared meals to make connections, and an SVN after party.

​Friday Only: Introduce yourself and have a bonfire dinner with the community.

​Your ticket cover meals, drinks, and entertainment.

​Agenda

​Friday Oct. 9

• ​Arrival Bonfire & Dinner

​Saturday Oct. 10

• ​Quick Breakfast

• ​Introductions & Opening Circle facilitated by Elizabeth Guman

• ​Speakers: Gabriel Mandujano and Sanjay Kharod followed by breakouts

• ​Lunch

• ​Speakers: Micha Gold-Markel and Heidi Barr followed by breakouts

• ​SVN Member Moments

• ​Dinner

• ​Speaker: Jay Coen Gilbert & breakouts

• ​After Party

• ​Music & Dancing

​Sunday Oct. 11

• ​Departure Breakfast & Closing Circle

​SVN Member Moments

​SVN Members are invited to introduce themselves and share their work with the group on Saturday before dinner. If you would like to become an SVN member to participate in Member Moments, sign up here.

​Accommodation

​If you are coming from out of town, we suggest one of these two hotels to book at about 15 minutes away from the venue:

​Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Plymouth Meeting

​Hotel West & Main Conshohocken, Tapestry by Hilton

​Alternatively, you can stay in the city center and travel by train or car to Chestnut Hill.

​Community Guidelines

​SVN is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We value and respect the diversity of our community and are dedicated to  treating all individuals with respect, dignity, and fairness. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

​Ask for consent before taking a photo, quoting someone, adding someone to a list, or following up after the event. Respect someone's refusal of personal and professional requests: a coffee, an introduction, a pitch, a partnership. If someone says no, respect it without pushing further.

​If you experience or see any concerning behavior, please report it to the host or programs@svn.org.