On November 15 and 16, cred stopped by the Social Innovation Summit at the Pullman Hotel in Redwood City to participate in conversations around diversity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and social enterprise.

The Social Innovation Summit (SIS) is a twice annual, bi-coastal event that takes place in the Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C. “A global convening of black swans and wayward thinkers,” SIS brings together top execs and leaders to discuss how to leverage technology and innovation to affect social change.

Landmark Ventures COO Mel Ochoa, Splunk President & CEO Douglas Merritt, Director of UberMILITARY Todd Bowers, and President of Goldman Sachs Gives Anne Black were a few of the speakers at the event. Topics included:

• Building a Culture of Innovation and Impact

• Innovation for Good: Effective Public Private Partnerships

• Exploring New Frontiers of Digital Healthcare

• Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

• Product Donations and Pro Bono, and more.

One of our favorite presentations was by Baya Voce of The Art of Connection web series. She broke down the importance of connecting with others and how to build what she calls ‘anchors of connection.’ In her opinion, the most powerful way to create an anchor of connection is through ritual - no, not sacred ceremony but rather, a combination of repeated action and intention with your family and friends.

Aside from the general and breakout sessions, there was ample time for mingling during transitions - with great food and snacks to boot. All in all, it was a very well-run event with engaging content. Our only qualm? We wish the first few sessions had been a little longer - because they were that interesting!

We'll definitely be back next year!

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