The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address

The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address Anchorage's climate goals, analyzing legal structures and leveraging multi-sector partnerships.

PGS is an accredited, nonprofit graduate school founded in 2003, offering unique sustainable MBA, MPA, and dual degree programs. Its systems-thinking methodology emphasizes that real change occurs at the intersection of private enterprise, the public sector, commerce, and the common good.

Learn more about PGS, its mission, and programs at presidio.edu or call 415-561-6555.

Renée Brown, Chief Marketing Officer for Retail Financial Services at TIAA, will discuss her life and career as a lesbian, mother, and person of faith in the workplace.

Bringing over 25

Renée Brown, Chief Marketing Officer for Retail Financial Services at TIAA, will discuss her life and career as a lesbian, mother, and person of faith in the workplace.

Bringing over 25 years of marketing, media, and leadership experience, Renée also serves on the Board of Directors for Out and Equal Workplace Advocates, among other board positions. The session will be moderated by Melanie Pastuck.

Fusion energy offers our best chance for a long-term sustainable future, moving beyond science fiction. Dr. Melanie Windridge explores how funding and fear impede progress and what steps can be

Fusion energy offers our best chance for a long-term sustainable future, moving beyond science fiction. Dr. Melanie Windridge explores how funding and fear impede progress and what steps can be taken to overcome these challenges.

Dr. Windridge is a plasma physicist with a PhD in fusion energy from Imperial College London. She serves as Communications Consultant for fusion start-up Tokamak Energy and authored "Aurora: In Search of the Northern Lights." Her expertise spans science, communication, and adventure.

This insightful discussion was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Portland Charter Review Commissioner Melanie Billings-Yun offered an overview of the Charter Commission

Portland Charter Review Commissioner Melanie Billings-Yun offered an overview of the Charter Commission process and addressed attendee questions. This independent body is convened by the City Council every 10 years to review and recommend amendments to the City of Portland Charter.

For more information on the Charter Commission's work, visit here.

Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global

Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global sustainability initiatives.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event, following the TED conference format. Learn more about TEDx.