Michael Cosack

Principal, ImpactWise

Michael Cosack has spent most of his professional career advising the trustees on the investment and fiduciary responsibilities regarding their institutional funds.  As an entrepreneur, he has built several organizations, including one of the largest independent investment consulting firms in the Greater Philadelphia region, stewarding over $3.5 billion of combined assets. The firm was eventually purchased by a national independent financial advisory firm.

Mr. Cosack has a deep passion and commitment to raising the awareness and impact of sustainable investing.  He is a Principal of ImpactWise LLC, Research Liaison of Sustainable Research & Analysis LLC, Chair of the CFA Society of Philadelphia’s Sustainable Investing Thought Leadership Group, and Board Member of ImpactPHL.

Mr. Cosack holds an undergraduate degree in business from The College of New Jersey and has achieved multiple educational designations, including the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing and the USGBC LEED Green Associate Credential.  He has taught as an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Fels School and is a frequent contributor to industry conferences.