A nonpartisan gathering of investors strengthening America’s representative self-government, restoring social trust, and building a more prosperous future for all Americans.

Investors for a Better America is a national gathering of investors, business leaders, governance experts, and civic innovators examining the connection between constitutional democracy, economic growth, and long-term market confidence. It is designed to be a practical, investor-oriented forum focused on strengthening the institutional conditions that allow businesses, markets, and communities to prosper.

The foundation of the event is a shared belief that America’s economic strength depends on the rule of law, reliable contracts, independent institutions, civil rights, and a stable political system. When those foundations weaken, uncertainty rises, investment suffers, and businesses face greater operational and financial risk. Supporting democracy is not simply a civic responsibility. It is essential to protecting long-term value and America’s competitive edge.

The conference will equip investors with practical ways they can act to strengthen American democracy, connect them with leading civil society organizations, and identify opportunities for coordinated action. These steps are not a substitute for public policy, but they are feasible, meaningful, and firmly aligned with the private sector’s own interests.

This inaugural gathering is designed to be the beginning of something larger: an ongoing network of investors and civic leaders committed to strengthening the democratic foundations of American prosperity.

We are a group of concerned investors across all major asset classes who are concerned that many of the attributes that have made America so fertile for investors are under attack.

The conference is co-founded and co-chaired by David Teten, Partner, Orange Collective, and Jacob Bornstein, President, Mediators Foundation.

Mediators Foundation, a 40-year-old nonpartisan 501(c​)(3) that has facilitated bipartisan congressional retreats and now supports civic problem-solving across forty communities serving 45 million Americans.

Marisol Rodriguez, Founder, Insignia Partners, is Project Manager and Alex Berg is Director of Investor Partnerships.

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The conference is intentionally nonpartisan and business-focused. The conversation centers on institutional stability, rule of law, market predictability, governance, and economic resilience—not party politics or electoral advocacy.

Attendees will inevitably hold a wide range of political perspectives, and we want that!  Our shared focus is on preserving stable institutions that support long-term investment and economic confidence.

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This is not a protest, advocacy rally, or partisan organizing event. The conference is designed as a highly gated forum focused on understanding the current challenges, practical strategies, peer learning, and substantive discussion.

The conference is intended for partners and managing directors of institutional investors, family offices, and foundations with $100+ m in assets under management. 

We also invite senior media representatives and leaders of organizations working to improve constitutional democracy in the US.

The conference is an interactive, all-day gathering that will bring investors and business leaders together with leaders from civil society. Business casual attire is recommended, and there is no need for ties or formal wear.

Yes. We will have many breakout opportunities and shared meals.

Media will be allowed to attend the plenary session where speakers and panels will be. They will not be allowed to participate or listen in on small table discussions developing actions investors can take. We will be using Chatham House Rules for these discussions. 

Specifically:

• Freedom to Use Information: Participants are fully permitted to use and share the information, insights, and ideas discussed during the meeting or event.

• Protection of Identity: Neither the identity nor the organizational affiliation of the speaker(s) or any other participant may be revealed when sharing the information.

• Encouragement of Open Debate: The primary purpose of the rule is to foster a safe environment for frank, honest, and controversial discussions without the fear of public scrutiny or reputational risk.

The event will not be livestreamed. 

Participants can only attend in person. The event will have a photographer and videographer, so that a short summary of the event can be produced to share its impact. Only plenary panels and keynote speeches will be recorded with audio. Some participants may also be interviewed. Table discussions will NOT be recorded with audio.

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The conference is independent and nonpartisan. It is focused on institutional resilience, economic stability, and rule of law—not electoral politics or candidate advocacy.

We expect to convene approximately 200 attendees.

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Sponsorship details can be found here. Sponsorships are 98% tax deductible as donations to Mediators Foundation. Contact us if you’re interested in sponsorship.

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The conference is focused on practical business considerations related to institutional resilience and market stability. Participation does not require alignment with any political party, candidate, or ideological platform.

We are including a wide range of viewpoints from across business, investment, governance, and civic sectors while maintaining a shared commitment to rule of law, institutional stability, and constructive dialogue. Our speaker roster includes people who have been major donors and personal voters for all major U.S. parties and some minor ones.

Professional investors are  hugely important for the prosperity of every American. Investors manage retirement accounts and pensions that most Americans rely upon. They invest in companies that create jobs. External investment serves as a critical catalyst for macroeconomic innovation and growth. Investors also allow middle-class Americans access to owning a home through mortgages. Without investors, the modern American mortgage system would collapse, as traditional lenders lack the internal cash reserves to hold 30-year loans on their books. 

While many are rightly concerned about the growing gap between the wealthiest Americans and the middle class, the overwhelming majority of capital investors deploy is not their own. According to BCG analysis, Individual and retail investors hold roughly half of total global assets under management (AUM), driven heavily by personal wealth, individual retirement accounts, and defined contribution plans. Professional investors also enable the continued impact of universities, philanthropies, and other key institutions serving all of American society.