Berkeley, Calif. — The
Obama Administration and new Democratic Congress take office at a time
of extraordinary crisis but also potential opportunity. We now have
the chance to contain the recession, shore up the financial system, and
invest in a green economic renewal all at the same time. While all
investors have a stake in advancing each of these objectives, the
current global market meltdown actually provides a trillion-dollar
“advertorial” for sustainable investing – and the basis for this timely
workshop.
Sustainable investing means the full integration of
environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into investment
analysis and decision making. Come learn why the best companies - and
the best investments - are those that act in the public interest by
pursuing wealth creation strategies that are sustainable and focused on
the long term.
In this discussion and Q&A session we will discuss:
- How sustainable companies are outperforming during the financial crisis
- The sustainable investing process and the impact of ESG analysis on financial performance
- Priorities for the Obama Administration and Democratic Congress
- How long-term investing can replace short term bubbles
- How
to structure an investment portfolio that will minimize the risks of
unsustainable business practices while maximizing the opportunities in
a green economic renewal
Our sponsor and guest speaker for this
workshop will be Bob Helmuth, Vice President Advisor Markets for Pax
World Mutual Funds. Pax World launched the nation’s first socially
responsible mutual fund in 1971 and is a recognized leader in
Sustainable Investing. Presented by Effective Assets, one of the Bay
Area's most trusted financial services firms specializing in
sustainable and socially responsible investing for over 22 years. At
Effective Assets we help you Invest to Change the World.
This
event is co-sponsored by the Sustainable Business Alliance (SBA). The
SBA is a membership organization for companies committed to greater
environmental and socially responsible business practices.
www.sustainablebiz.org
