Salt Lake Professional Chapter of Net Impact

The Chapter is affiliated with the national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Net Impact, an international organization with a mission to “improve the world by growing and strengthening a network of new leaders who are using the power of business to make a positive net social, environmental, and economic impact.” Shorthand terms frequently used for this approach to business are “corporate social responsibility” (CSR) and “the triple bottom line” (social, environmental, and economic impact).

The Salt Lake Professional Chapter was recognized on November 8, 2006, after a two year development period.  Professional chapters tend to focus on continuing education, promotion concerning best practices, site visits, awards, and support resources for CSR and networking.  In addition to its own activities, the Chapter also works to contribute to the effectiveness of student NI chapters in Utah.  To join, individuals supporting the mission of Net Impact join Net Impact Central and designate an affiliation with the Chapter. 

Student Net Impact Chapters in Utah

At the University of Utah David Eccles School of Business and Brigham Young University Marriott School of Business, student chapters of Net Impact have been active for several years. A new chapter at Westminster College Gore School of Business started in 2007. See our Student Chapters section for more information.

Net Impact Overview 

Key Stats

• Founded in 1993 by MBA students
• 10,000+ members
• 124 student chapters
• 35 professional city-based chapters
• 17 international chapters (including Argentina, Germany, Canada, Australia, India, France, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands)
• 42 of the top 50 MBA schools (according to US News & World Report rankings) and 29 of the top 30 MBA schools (according to BusinessWeek rankings) have Net Impact chapters

Range of Issues

• Ethics and accountability
• Positive workplace practices
• Philanthropy
• Volunteerism
• Social entrepreneurship
• Nonprofit management.
• Alternative and renewable energy
• Waste reduction and lifecycle management
• Green construction
• Socially responsible investing

To maximize the impact of its international network, Net Impact is committed to significantly increasing its network of business leaders who are inspired, committed, and equipped to use the power of business to create a better world. For more information, please visit www.netimpact.org.