Senior Fellow, The University of Southern California
Morley Winograd
Senior Fellow, The University of Southern California
Morley Winograd is a policy expert focused on the intersection of technology and social change, particularly regarding wealth and equity.
Investments / Wealth Building
Is Impact Investing Actually Changing Anything — or Just Letting Wealthy People Feel Better About Where Their Money Sits?Impact investing has the potential to drive meaningful social and environmental change—but only when measurable impact is prioritized alongside financial returns. While supporters argue it channels private capital toward solving global challenges, critics warn that without transparency and accountability, it can become little more than sophisticated marketing. The real question isn't whether impact investing works, but whether the impact can actually be proven.