💡 Is it time to rethink philanthropy? With $1.8 trillion in charitable funds available, why are so many impactful solutions underfunded? Jess Brooks explores how the traditional "grow-then-grant" model is falling short and why it's crucial to tap into a wider range of impact investing tools. Programs like the Jewish Communal Fund's zero-interest loans are pioneering ways to "recycle" capital, amplifying impact without compromising future giving. This shift in approach could be the key to tackling today's most pressing social and environmental challenges. Go to www.impactentrepreneur.com to read the full article. 👉 How can we better utilize these untapped resources for greater impact? Share your thoughts below! . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #Philanthropy #ImpactInvesting #SocialFinance #DAF #SustainableInvesting #SocialImpact #FinancialInclusion #ClimateAction #CommunityDevelopment #InnovativeFinance #WealthManagement #CapitalForGood #GlobalChallenges
Impact Entrepreneur
Media Production
Sheffield, MA 9,241 followers
The premier global network for entrepreneurs, investors, scholars and students of social and environmental innovation.
About us
Impact Entrepreneur is the premier global network for "systems-minded" entrepreneurs, investors, scholars and students of social and environmental innovation, with 67,000+ members in 200+ countries, a multimedia producer of popular webinar series and in-person events, and the publisher of Impactentrepreneur.com, a leading source of business and finance journalism on the impact space. Impact Entrepreneur's mission is "to create and support a global movement of impact entrepreneurs who are building an "impact economy" populated by triple bottom line businesses fueled by impact investments." Join our Network’s LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3954990/ And visit our website to learn about our upcoming webinars and to sign up for our newsletter: www.impactalchemist.com Follow us on Twitter at: ImpactEGlobal And on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactentrepreneur And on Instagram: ImpactEntrepreneurGlobal
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http://impactentrepreneur.com
External link for Impact Entrepreneur
- Industry
- Media Production
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Sheffield, MA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Communications, Impact Investing, Social Entrepreneurship, Digital Media, Movement Building, Networking, and Education
Locations
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27 N Undermountain Road
Sheffield, MA 01257, US
Employees at Impact Entrepreneur
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Gideon Rosenblatt
Techie, social entrepreneur, futurist focused on mission-driven, token-engineered, community wealth and socio-economic change.
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Devin Thorpe
Champion of Social Good | Author | TV Host | Convener | The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation | CEO
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Dr. Stephanie Gripne
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Selen Ucak
Social Impact Leader | Impact entrepreneurship and investing, economic development, migration, refugees, diversity and inclusion | Vital Voices…
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🌍 Can entrepreneurship combat malnutrition? Discover how Alemtsehay Abebe, a pioneering woman in Ethiopia, is transforming lives with a simple yet powerful food: mitin. After struggling with her own livelihood, Alemtsehay joined iDE’s economic empowerment program, which trained her to become a “nutrition sales agent.” Now, she’s not just selling porridge—she’s nourishing her community and driving change. Through her efforts, nearly 3,000 families across Ethiopia are accessing healthier diets, proving local entrepreneurship can create a lasting impact. Read the full article by Camille May on Impact Entrepreneur: https://lnkd.in/dj32r6Sh 👉 How can local entrepreneurs like Alemtsehay shape a healthier future? Share your thoughts below! . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #SocialEnterprise #Nutrition #WomenEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship #SustainableDevelopment #Ethiopia #FoodSecurity #LocalMarkets #EconomicEmpowerment #HealthyEating #CommunityImpact #Sustainability #RuralDevelopment #iDE
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🔋 How do you build a brand-new industry from scratch? Pham Nat Vuong's journey with VINFAST is a testament to vision and determination. From growing up in war-torn Vietnam to establishing the country’s first major electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, Vuong has transformed Vietnam’s industrial landscape. His bold move to focus exclusively on EVs, combined with the construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Haiphong, positions VinFast as a serious contender in the global automotive market. Will VinFast become a global leader in the EV industry? Read more in Ken Boyer’s article on Impact Entrepreneur: https://lnkd.in/esP8Jv-P . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #ElectricVehicles #EVRevolution #SustainableTransport #VinFast #Vietnam #GlobalAmbitions #Manufacturing #Innovation #CleanTech #AutomotiveIndustry #ClimateAction #Entrepreneurship #IndustrialTransformation #VisionaryLeadership
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💡 How do power dynamics shape the impact economy? Karyn Polak explores this critical question, emphasizing how advanced degrees and financial resources often tip the scales in capital allocation, even within impact investing. At the Annual Conference on Legal Issues in Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Investing, hosted by the Impact Investing Legal Working Group & the NYU Law Grunin Center for Law and Social Entrepreneurship, innovative solutions were showcased to create fairer, more balanced partnerships. The Equalizing Deal Terms (EDT) Project was particularly noteworthy, as it aims to address imbalances between investors and investees. Karyn prompts us to think bigger: Could interdisciplinary education transform impact investing and foster true equity in decision-making? 🤔 Read the full article by Karyn Polak on Impact Entrepreneur: https://lnkd.in/da6pi7qX . . . . #ImpactInvesting #SocialFinance #ESG #ImpactEconomy #Vested #ConsciousContracts #EqualizingDealTerms #LegalIssues #ImpactInvestingLegal #SocialEntrepreneurship #FinancialEquity #EthicalInvesting #SocialImpact #ChangemakerCampus"
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🌍 How Can Public-Private Partnerships Drive Systems Change? At a recent Mission Investors Exchange Impact in Action session, the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) showcased its powerful model for clean energy transition. By uniting public and private stakeholders, LACI is pushing forward critical innovations in transportation electrification, clean energy, and sustainable cities—all while prioritizing equity and inclusion. With Los Angeles gearing up to host the World Cup and the Olympics, LACI’s efforts could set a new global standard. 💡 Read the full article by Juli Iacuaniello on Impact Entrepreneur: https://lnkd.in/dd6UP574 Can public-private partnerships like this truly change the game in clean energy? Share your thoughts below. . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #PublicPrivatePartnership #SystemsChange #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #EnergyTransition #LA2030 #Innovation #EquityInclusion #MissionInvestorsExchange #Cleantech #LAInnovation
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💡 Ever felt lost in the maze of acronyms and reporting requests in impact investing? Jennifer Snape, Founder & CEO of Reimag.in, breaks down how to turn data-driven decision-making into a powerful tool for meaningful change. 📊 In her latest article for Impact Entrepreneur, she shares actionable strategies to align your data processes with your strategic goals, empower your team, and avoid common pitfalls that derail impact initiatives. From upskilling your board to engaging stakeholders, these insights are key to driving real impact, not just ticking boxes. 📈 Ready to enhance your decision-making and foster true improvement? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dXxFey4U What challenges have you faced in aligning data with your impact goals? Share your thoughts below! 👇 . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #SocialImpact #DataDriven #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #ESG #Leadership #StrategicGoals #StakeholderEngagement #BoardTraining #SustainableBusiness #Governance #DecisionMaking #Innovation #BusinessStrategy
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🚀 Did you miss the chance to watch our Luminarias Series Webinar with Jacqueline Novogratz, founder and CEO of Acumen? Catch it on our YouTube Channel for FREE — only for this week! In "Manifesto for a Moral Revolution," Jacqueline reveals how to turn your passion for change into meaningful action. 🌱 Explore her journey from leaving a banking job to launching Acumen, a pioneer in impact investing. Discover the role of moral imagination, patient capital, and the power of listening in driving sustainable change. 🌍 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dmCJdBBa What drives you to make a difference? Watch now and share your thoughts! 💬 . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #SocialImpact #JacquelineNovogratz #Acumen #MoralRevolution #Leadership #ImpactInvesting #GlobalImpact #ChangeMakers #SocialInnovation #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #Philanthropy #LeadershipJourney #EconomicJustice
Moral Imagination, Patient Capital, & Their Roles in Solving Big Problems with Jacqueline Novogratz
https://www.youtube.com/
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How can tech innovations tackle Indonesia’s rice crisis? 🌾 Eratani is empowering smallholder farmers with cutting-edge solutions to boost productivity and income. Despite being the world's third-largest rice producer, Indonesia still faces significant shortages, importing millions of tons annually. Eratani addresses this by leveraging IoT technology, providing essential resources, and connecting farmers to better markets and financing. With its holistic approach, Eratani is not just a business—it's building a sustainable ecosystem to transform the agricultural sector and uplift communities. 💪 Is tech the key to solving global food security challenges? 🌍 Read Richard Hartung’s full article: https://lnkd.in/dAnn_nRT . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #AgriTech #SustainableFarming #TechForGood #SocialImpact #Indonesia #RiceCrisis #SmallholderFarmers #IoT #FoodSecurity #InclusiveGrowth #AgricultureInnovation #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment
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How can impact investors truly drive change? 🤔 In a recent session by Mission Investors Exchange, experts explored the power of investing in diverse asset managers to amplify impact in underinvested communities. However, the gap between asset owners and entrepreneurs continues to restrict the flow of capital where it’s needed most. The discussion highlighted that investments managed by diverse teams are often more inclusive, leading to better returns and a broader impact. Are investors ready to rethink their strategies to close the capital access gap? Read Elizabeth Gilbert Kaetzel’s full article: https://lnkd.in/dWsMuNaN 💡 What steps can be taken to ensure diversity and inclusion are at the core of impact investing? Share your thoughts! . . . . #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy #VentureCapital #EconomicInclusion #DiverseInvesting #WealthBuilding #SocialImpact #InclusiveGrowth #CommunityWealth #DiversityMatters #SustainableInvesting #Entrepreneurship #ImpactInvesting #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #WomenInBusiness
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How ready is your organization for 2025? 🤔 🌍💼 The future of work demands more than just profit and ROI—it’s about impact, inclusion, and transparency. Yet, many companies still overlook employee feedback, struggle with gender pay equity, and hesitate on transparency. With only 1% of VC funding reaching Black founders and women-led teams, the gap is clear. The path forward involves bridging these gaps through actionable strategies. From closing the $12 trillion gender pay gap to adopting transparent practices, organizations have a crucial role in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future. 🌱 Read more insights by Sara Murdock, PhD on Impact Entrepreneur: https://lnkd.in/dhd_96-r How is your company tackling these challenges? Let us know your thoughts! 💬 . . . . #FutureOfWork #Inclusion #Transparency #ImpactInvesting #GenderPayEquity #EmployeeFeedback #SustainableBusiness #DiversityAndInclusion #2025Trends #Leadership #OrganizationalChange #CorporateGovernance #EconomicImpact #WorkplaceEquity #ImpactEntrepreneur #ImpactEconomy