Not all businesses are built to chase profits alone. Around the world, a new kind of company is proving that business can be a tool for social and environmental good. These are social enterprises, ventures that combine the discipline of business with a deep commitment to solving real-world problems. In this article, we spotlight four […]
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A social enterprise is a business that exists to solve social or environmental problems. It makes money like any business, but instead of giving profits to owners or shareholders, it reinvests most of them into doing good. According to the European Commission, a social enterprise: A Short History of Social Enterprises The idea of businesses
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Social enterprises are reshaping the way we think about business. By combining the drive for financial sustainability with a mission to tackle social or environmental problems, they offer a compelling alternative to both traditional for-profits and nonprofits. As interest in purpose-driven entrepreneurship grows, understanding what makes a social enterprise work (and what might hold it
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In the Philippines, a growing number of visionary leaders are using business as a force for social good. These social entrepreneurs tackle challenges in education, sustainability, livelihood, health, and more. All while empowering communities and creating lasting change. Below, we profile 30 notable Filipino social entrepreneurs, each with a brief overview of who they are,
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Back when “making a difference” was just a tagline slapped onto a pitch deck, nobody really asked for proof. You could say your startup was saving the world, and most people would just nod—maybe even invest. But now? The game’s changed. In 2025, vague claims don’t cut it. Whether you’re running a social enterprise, managing
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Tourism is everywhere. From the ancient alleys of Hoi An to the revitalized docks of Cardiff Bay, it moves people, money, and ideas. It also moves expectations. Behind the glossy brochures and influencer reels is a powerful economic engine that shapes lives, and not always for the better. In 2022, tourism accounted for 7.6% of
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In the modern, purpose-focused world, traditional boundaries between doing good and doing business are becoming less clear. Organizations are not evaluated only based on profits but rather how much of an impact they are having on society. In this new world, two models are quickly emerging as pathways of choice for creating change: nonprofits and
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In a world where inequality is growing, the climate is collapsing, and fragile instutions a new breed of entrepreneur is emerging. They are social entrepreneurs: people who take the ambition and creativity of traditional entrepreneurship and combine it with a strong belief in positive change for social and environmental good. Reading about social entrepreneurs makes
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Lighting the Way for Rural Energy Access Acumen has announced a $1 million equity investment in Kims Energy, a Somalia-based company providing affordable off-grid solar solutions to underserved communities. The investment will support Kims in scaling its operations across rural Somalia, where millions still lack access to reliable electricity. You can read more directly on
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A Digital Leap for SMEs and Women Entrepreneurs Netherlands-based impact investor Triple Jump has committed $12.5 million in equity to TBC Bank Uzbekistan (TBC UZ), the country’s leading mobile-only bank. The investment will support the expansion of financial services for underserved segments, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and women-led businesses, where credit access remains limited.
