Creating a better world through
the power of business
At Michigan Ross, impact is not a silo, but a part of the DNA of our business school. Business+Impact is a school-wide initiative dedicated to shaping the theory and practice of business to advance the common good. We equip business leaders with the tools and insights to build better futures.
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SPOTLIGHT: Dawn Batts (MBA ’92)
Dawn Batts (MBA '92) has developed a career working alongside investors, founders, and ecosystem builders who are committed to expanding access to early-stage capital, particularly around the Detroit Metro area. A graduate of Michigan Ross, as well as MSU, with a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Wayne State, she is all-Michigan in her education. Her career has unfolded through a series of pivots that gradually brought together finance, strategy, and community-centered work
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ESG Reporting Frameworks, with Professor Lindsey GalloThis workshop examines the challenges and opportunities of mandatory ESG reporting, comparing the SEC's climate proposal with international regulations like the CSRD and IFRS S1 and S2.November 14, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Take an active role in the educational experiences and leadership development of University of Michigan students who seek to make an impact.
Join our Impact Studio and unlock your creative potential to take on big societal challenges.
Through a combination of design thinking and venture building, we empower individuals to develop innovative solutions that make a lasting impact. Join us and be a catalyst for change.
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