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CSBA:SESSIONS hosted by Karen Weigert

Tuesday, June 30, 2009 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (CT)

CSBA:SESSIONS hosted by Karen Weigert

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CSBA Member 6/30/09   more info 8 tickets Ended $36.01 $0.99

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CSBA: SESSIONS are an interactive and informal information exchange amongst an intimate group of CSBA members and a guest facilitator.

Tap into Karen Weigert's knowledge and explore her recent experience propelling Shorebank forward into the online arena by launching and marketing a new line of online sustainable personal financial services. Shorebank has been a pioneer for over 35 years in community investing and environmental development, and Karen's resume also includes stints with the Clinton Administration, McKinsey, and Goldman Sachs. Come to discuss topics ranging from:

  • mission-based financing,
  • expanding product lines that compete with larger companies.
  • and selling a sustainable message to an online audience.

Lunch provided, deliciously sponsored by Green Monkey.

Guest:
Karen Weigert

Senior Vice President of Mission-Based Desposits, Shorebank
Karen Weigert serves as Senior Vice President at ShoreBank.  ShoreBank, based in Chicago, is the nation’s first and leading community development and environmental bank with assets over $2.2 billion.  Karen is responsible for products and services for individual consumers around the country.  She recently led the launch of a new fully online High Yield Savings Account. In addition to her work at ShoreBank, Karen serves as a producer on “Carbon Nation”, a documentary film on solutions to global warming.  She is also a snowboarder and fan of local and organic foods.


Important Notes

  • Event is limited to 8 seats.
  • This event is open to active CSBA Members, who have applied and paid dues, only. Learn more about membership.
  • Cancellation Policy: All CSBA events require a minimum 72 business hour advance notice of cancellation. Events may be changed and are subject to cancellation by the CSBA.
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (CT)


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The Foresight Design Initiative fosters action and dialogue on sustainable innovation in Chicago. It undertakes both its own programs, such as the Foresight Sustainable Business Alliance, Foresight Green Drinks, and the 7 week intensive Immersion summer program, and consults on the development of others with a range of partners.