The impact investment market still represents only 0.5% of the €17.8tn investment market in Europe – still not enough, warn EVPA and GSG, as they present the first harmonised market sizing of the continent.
SOCIAL BUSINESS SPRINT: Tax and VAT might not be the fizziest subjects in social business – but getting things right is important and can also work in your favour: for example, by taking advantage of tax reliefs when you go for investment.
There’s a new wave of diverse-led social enterprises in the UK, many ambitious and ready to grow. Yet often they’re unaware of, or unable to access, the right support or investment – or they're discouraged to even try. What needs to change?
The Yorkshire MP takes on wide-ranging brief which includes responsibility for social enterprise alongside the King's coronation, the Eurovision Song Contest and much more.
In just a few years, the City of Taoyuan has created a social business ecosystem, mustering support from hundreds of citizens, students, entrepreneurs and public officials, including the City Mayor and a Nobel Laureate.
SOCIAL BUSINESS SPRINT #3: Running a social venture can be a super-complex juggling act. Where should you focus your attention? From managing your money, to developing the company culture – find out which six things to prioritise.
SOCIAL BUSINESS SPRINT #2: Delivering positive social impact is what all social ventures are focused on – but it won't happen unless you are clear on what you aim to change, how to deliver it and how you are going to measure your success.
