The 9th Summit is distinctly different. First, the conference has a new name: 'The Gathering' is now 'The Social Enterprise Summit' to reflect its stature as the preeminent North American event in the field of social enterprise. Additionally, the 2008 Summit will offer exceptional content for both newcomers and experienced entrepreneurs. This year's theme of Building Networks - Forming Partnerships - Accessing Capital reflects a new program designed to foster connections and deal-making for advancing your big ideas. Join over 600 leaders from enterprising nonprofits, for-benefit companies and capital providers to help accelerate a new sector of the economy focused on realizing social benefit through earned income strategies.