Workshop Session III: Tuesday, May 4, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Concentration: Business, Investment and New Markets

Labor unions have billions of dollars worth of assets housed in a range of investment vehicles. As the scourge of hedge funds, over leveraged real estate deals and other risky investments destroy jobs, companies and whole communities, an increasing number of Taft Hartley and public pension funds are exploring how a portion of their capital can be put to work in responsible investments, creating long-term wealth for communities and shareholders. This session will examine how 'worker-friendly' funds in the U.S & Canada are producing positive returns and jobs by investing in renewable energy and infrastructure, green construction and sustainable industries.   

Moderator:
Tom Croft, Steel Valley/Heartland Network, Executive Director

Presenters:
Mike Musuraca, Blue Wolf Capital, Managing Director
Deborah C. Nisson, ULLICO Investment Advisors, ULLICO Inc., Vice President
Landon Butler, Landon Butler &Company (MEPT/NewTower Renewable Energy Trust), President
David Wood, Harvard University, Director for Initiative for Responsible Investment