First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC, an RIA, DBA

Growth for Impact Conference

Responsible Investing in an Era of Uncertainty, Change and Polarization
November 8-11, 2026 | Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass | Phoenix, AZ

Mark Bateman PhD

SMA Solutions | BlackRock

Mark Bateman is Aperio’s Head of Values-Aligned Investing within BlackRock’s SMA Solutions unit. Mark started his ESG career at the Investor Responsibility Research Center, then served as the Director of Research at IW Financial. He served on the original steering committee of the Global Reporting Initiative. Before joining the ESG industry, Mark worked as a legislative aide for Sen. Mark Hatfield (OR).  Mark earned his PhD in Public Administration and Policy through Old Dominion University.

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George R. Gay CFP® AIF®
Chief Executive Officer
First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC
DBA Formative a Registered Investment Advisor (SEC File # 801-56587)
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719-651-1845