Business Being a Force for Good
Join us for one of the largest annual convenings of CEOs of high-growth, positive-impact companies using the power and creativity of business as a force for good. MO Summit is a gathering of leaders who are building the future – one that is inclusive, regenerative, sustainable.
At MO, leading impact CEOs engage, learn, and forge a new path on critically important topics. The Summit includes a combination of impactful content and deep networking. Connect with CEOs redefining capitalism to create solutions to the world’s most pressing social and environmental issues. In 2018, Big Path Capital created the MO Summit to bring together leaders who had a similar vision of capitalism to expand our collective impact.
Where
The Renaissance Hotel
Asheville, NC
When
Monday to Wednesday
March 16-18, 2026
Who
TESTIMONIALS
“It’s actually changed the trajectory of my career and business!”
Check out the video to see how the MO helped connect Wendy Strgar (Good Clean Love) and Blair Kellison (Formerly of Traditional Medicinals).
What the CEOs are saying...
"What impacted me the most about attending The MO Summit is every one of these attendees, every one of these business owners started out with the intention to make a difference and the idea was to make the world a better place. It wasn't an afterthought. It was always part of their business plan and for me to be in a room full of those business owners was inspiring, and it made me feel really, really good."
Tim Sheehan
Managing DirectorBNY Wealth"A moment that impacted me at this year's MO Summit was a panel with a banker, an insurance broker, an attorney and an accountant. I had no idea that such small changes can make a huge difference in the world!"
Serenity Carr
CEOMy Serenity Kids"The opportunity to come together with passionate individuals that are operating in the impact space, from founders to CEOs to investors and other executives, really across the board. Just that chance to get out of the daily grind and your deep focus and problem solving that you find yourself in as a business owner, and have a chance to come together and encourage, collaborate, learn from, offer insights and receive insights. That's really what made MO a special event for me."
Sarah Mullins
Co-Founder & VP for People & PurposeFedUp Foods"This year's MO Summit was a great event for me for three reasons. First, it was energizing. It's been a big, busy, full, uncertain year for all of us, and I think coming together with that group was just so energizing as we all do the work together. That's the second reason it was valuable. I think the sessions and the kind of mainstage events, just I came away with a lot of valuable nuggets and that was super helpful. And then last but not least, connections, just so many people who I now have come to know and love over the years and new people that I meet. Each year the strength of the connections means more and more."
Kate Williams
CEO1% for the Planet"What made MO Summit so special? Two things. First, being in a room with so many like-minded individuals just felt right, felt good, was really appreciated. And then second, the nature of the dialogue that the Big Path team cultivates. It's unique, it's special, it's open, it's vulnerable and I really dig it."
Dan Kalafatas
Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board3Degrees"I'm a 30-year impact CEO and I want to express my gratitude for another great conference. You really need a community of people that you can work with and get to know, let your hair down, complain about things, learn things, inspire yourself, and recharge yourself. It's just an incredible summit. And the best part about it is what happens afterwards. It's the friendships you have there for the rest of that year. You can lean into and lean on and have other people talk to. Together, we can do this. I can't wait for the next one! I’ve already got it on my calendar."
Blair Kellison
CEOOM Mushroom Superfood"The MO felt like these are my people. These are the people I want to be with and for that and for a whole bunch of other reasons it's a special conference."
Alan Kelley
Managing DirectorSJF Ventures"The intimacy of this event... caught me by surprise. Between the big ideas and the quiet, emotional moments, something rare happened: community. It’s one of the few conferences I knew I’d be coming back to, mere moments after I arrived. Yes, professional connections were made. But what stayed with me most were the moments that can’t be scheduled: hallway conversations, spontaneous laughter, and the genuine kindness of this tribe. There’s something uniquely energizing about the camaraderie that happens among other leaders who are also in the thick of building companies aimed at massive, systemic change. It’s a different kind of shorthand. A shared language of both urgency and optimism."
Brad Stevenson
CEOPremiums for the Planet"It was powerful to hear from such accomplished and passionate CEOs, entrepreneurs, and leaders. What stood out most was the genuine spirit of support - everyone was eager to share, connect, and help each other grow."
Erin Mittelstaedt
CEOThe FruitGuys"Just wrapped up an inspiring #MOSummit2025 here in Asheville! It felt really good to be surrounded by a group of people who understand the need — now more than ever — for purposeful leadership and #responsiblebusiness practices. Leaders who realize addressing issues like supply chain resilience, operational efficiency, workforce diversity and climate risk are both ethical and strategic business imperatives. And leaders who are redefining success by acknowledge their company’s interdependence with the environment and society, ensuring their legacy extends beyond financial metrics."
Mica Crouse
FounderBig Mountain Impact"Feeling incredibly grateful & inspired after the MO 100 Summit! My cup is full of gratitude, inspiration & insights from collaborating with CEOs who share a powerful strategy: Driving success through purpose, rather than seeking purpose through success. ... A huge thank you to the #MOSummit for their continued dedication to highlighting impact-driven leaders & businesses & to Big Path Capital, J.D., & Michael for their ongoing support of this community. ... Connecting with such an exceptional group of leaders, all dedicated to building success through their purpose, was truly amazing. The energy & potential for positive change within this collective are immense."
Greg Collins
VP of RevenueBoldr"As a first timer, the event far surpassed my expectations for its engaging, inspiring, educational and warm reception. I learned so much from my fellow Impact-focused CEOs, many of whom have done this successfully across multiple businesses. ... I leave the conference energized and ready to "double-down" our mission here at PCX, appreciative of the Top 100 CEO Award I received, but knowing that it is thanks to the team at PCX who make it all possible."
Sebastian DiGrande
CEOPCX Markets"As a CEO, it's rare that I get to invest in myself. I'm used to investing in clients, team development, business development – but rarely me. That's why I love the MO Summit by Big Path Capital. A few weeks ago, I attended for the third time, and I am already looking forward to next year."
Ryan Pintado-Vertner
CEOSmoketown, LLCThe Renaissance Asheville
The Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel is in the heart of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. Asheville is a mountain hub for the arts, beer culture, outdoor activities, culinary, and entertainment. All of this is within walking distance of the Renaissance Asheville.
Summit
Agenda
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Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
09:00 - 10:00The Modern Engineering Methods
By Lara Dickinson Co-Founder & Executive Director, One Step Closer
10:30 - 12:00Evolution of User Experience
By Les Szabo Chief Strategy & Impact Officer, Dr. Bronner's, Kate Williams CEO, 1% for the Planet
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Speakers
About Big Path Capital – Impact Investing’s Investment Bank
Big Path Capital assists business owners and entrepreneurs in the whole or partial sale of a business without compromising mission and in seeking mission-aligned growth capital. Specifically, Big Path Capital assists business owners to:
- Sell a majority or minority stake of their business to mission-aligned investors
- Purchase another company or perform a merger or recapitalization
- Raise equity and debt for growth-stage to later-stage equity assisting in deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation and documentation preparation; and
- Evaluate strategic financial options for their businesses.
Big Path Capital assists fund managers to raise capital from mission-aligned institutional investors. Specifically, Big Path Capital assists fund managers to:
- Raise capital from US and European institutional investors seeking investments that have return and impact. Investors include: single and multi-family offices, pension funds, foundations, endowments, sovereign wealth funds, banks, insurance companies, and advisors
- Prepare marketing materials, fund structuring and positioning, presentations, and PPM drafting
- Big Path’s primary channel to work with funds is its marquee event series, Five Fund Forum
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Until Next Year!
See you in March 2026!
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