Possibilities become reality when you connect with other people seeking to change the world. Then, anything can happen!

We believe that relationships begin with an invitation.  At Criterion, invitation is both part of our Methodology and a core value of the firm. We value relationships rooted in innovation, exchange of ideas, and expanding connections. We build trust quickly and play with a sense of openness and fairness. We pay attention to hospitality and carefully define the terms of the exchange as relationships move from formal to informal and to friendships.

The social innovation movement is gathering momentum and making headlines. We are at a unique moment in history, where thought-leaders and practitioners can either come together in collaboration to shape the future we see, or experiment in isolation.  Because we believe that bringing the social change community together results in exponential returns, we regularly make connections and throw events, such as:

• At our signature Convergence gatherings, our network shows up in one place, and magic happens. Open conversations and connections converge to create tangible energy, collaboration, and direction.
• Supported by a grant from the Packard Foundation, Criterion has created the Structure Lab, providing participants with a day-long exploration of the roadmap of possibilities to navigate the boundaries between for-profit and non-profit corporate structures.
• With our friends at City Light Capital, we host New Mix Drinks, a cocktail mixer for the social capital marketplace in the New York City area.
• We are deeply connected to and are a frequent presentor and participant at social change networks - SoCap, Social Venture Network, Investor's Circle, Opportunity Collaboration, and B-Corporation to name just a few.

To learn more, visit our events page or e-mail convergence[at]criterionventures.com