ICM Institute Partners with Wharton Impact to Elevate Turner MIINT for Future Generations

ICM Institute Partners with Wharton Impact for Turner MIINT

On August 19, 2025, the Impact Capital Managers Institute (ICM Institute) revealed a new strategic partnership with the Wharton Impact, Value, and Sustainable Business Initiative (Wharton Impact). This collaboration aims to enhance the Turner MBA Impact Investing Network and Training (Turner MIINT) program, recognized for its significant contributions to the field of impact investing.

The Turner MIINT program plays a crucial role in preparing over 400 graduate students each year—drawn from 35 prestigious programs in six countries—providing them with invaluable hands-on experience in the impact investment sphere. The highlight of this program is its annual pitch competition held at Wharton, where student teams present early-stage impact ventures to industry judges, many of whom are part of the program’s expansive alumni network exceeding 5,000.

With a focus on nurturing future leaders in impact investing, the ICM Institute will take on the role of co-producer for the Turner MIINT as of the 2025 academic year. This strategic move is poised to bolster curriculum development, oversee operations, and enhance fundraising efforts for the program. The ICM Institute brings a robust network of more than 140 premier private capital funds managing over $80 billion, enriching the connections available to program participants.

Marieke Spence, Executive Director of ICM and ICM Institute, expressed her enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "Wharton Impact and ICM are joining forces to combine top-tier academic programming with extensive industry networks, which will afford participants valuable insights and career opportunities. This initiative ensures that students are well-equipped to thrive in a competitive marketplace."

Furthermore, Witold Henisz, Vice Dean and Faculty Director of Wharton Impact, added insight regarding the necessity of rigorous tools that measure impacts on various capital aspects. The Turner MIINT offers students a rare opportunity to combine analytical rigor with insights from leading impact investors and a vibrant community of peers. He stated, "Together, we are fostering a powerful pipeline of talent and innovative ideas crucial for scaling impact investing and addressing societal challenges."

Since its inception, the Turner MIINT has been thankful for the unwavering support of the Bridges Impact Foundation, which co-produced the program for over ten years. To honor their enduring contribution, the Bridges Impact Prize will now be awarded annually to the student team with the best impact analysis.

With over $1.14 million in seed capital awarded to past winning ventures, the Turner MIINT has built a history of successful investments, including notable ones like Edovo and LearnSprout (which was acquired by Apple). This remarkable achievement is facilitated through the Moelis Investment Prizes, generously supported by the Ron and Kerry Moelis Family Foundation.

As this esteemed program transitions into its next phase, Wharton Impact and the ICM Institute remain dedicated to expanding access to experiential learning, preparing the next wave of impact investors set to create meaningful changes in society.

Graduate schools interested in participating in the Turner MIINT cohort for 2025-2026 must complete enrollment by early September. Stakeholders can learn more about this transformative opportunity by visiting turnermiint.org.

The ICM Institute stands as a field-building and education entity, closely affiliated with Impact Capital Managers, encompassing a selective network of private capital funds aimed at generating both superior financial returns and meaningful impacts. In addition to the Mosaic Fellowship, the Institute collaborates on research initiatives and produces the “Better Money, Better World” podcast, further advancing the conversation around impactful investments.

Meanwhile, Wharton Impact continues to lead rigorous research on the intersection of corporate impacts on natural, social, and human capital, equipping current and future leaders with essential tools to navigate an interconnected world adeptly. The partnership between the ICM Institute and Wharton Impact signals a pivotal moment in enhancing impact investing education and training, setting a high bar for future programs to follow.