Explore ChangeNOW 2025’s vibrant ecosystem—spotlighting breakthrough solutions, youth and investor engagement, and the global shift from intent to concrete action. Introduction: Paris Becomes the Global Capital of Impact What does it look like when 40,000 innovators, investors, climate leaders, and entrepreneurs join forces at the Grand Palais in Paris to accelerate the world’s sustainability transition? ChangeNOW 2025…
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Discover how regenerative leadership drives 60% better creativity and 30% higher productivity. Learn science backed strategies from Cambridge, Oxford and MIT. A New Leadership Frontier What if the next wave of business leadership focused not merely on sustainability but on regeneration? With 55% of global GDP, that’s $58 trillion, at risk due to environmental decline,…
Discover how UK universities are emerging as social innovation ecosystems, driving real-world impact through living labs, leadership training, and measurable change—where Cambio can lead the next wave of partnership and transformation. From Ivory Towers to Innovation Ecosystems What if the next wave of sustainable transformation isn’t driven by governments or corporations—but by universities? Across the…
For social enterprises, funding is more than just financial support – it’s the fuel that drives both impact and sustainability. Unlike traditional businesses, social enterprises balance purpose with profit, so choosing the right funding option is crucial for long-term success. Here are three of the most common routes: grants, investors, and crowdfunding. 1. Grants Grants…
Social entrepreneurs are driven by purpose – to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges while running sustainable businesses. Yet, passion and innovation alone are not enough to create lasting change. Finance is the lifeblood that turns vision into impact. 1. Finance Enables Growth and Sustainability Social enterprises often begin with limited resources, relying on personal…
When it comes to funding a social enterprise or CIC, two key sources often come into focus: grants and impact investment. While both aim to support mission-driven work, they operate quite differently – and choosing the right route depends on your goals, stage of growth, and risk appetite. Grants are typically non-repayable funds provided by…
Consumers increasingly want to support businesses that stand for something beyond profit – whether it’s sustainability, community wellbeing, or social justice. But having a mission isn’t enough; how you communicate it matters just as much. Here are five effective marketing tips for purpose-driven brands looking to stand out and stay authentic. 1. Lead with Your…
As governments face increasingly complex challenges – from economic inequality to climate change – the role of social enterprises in governance has never been more relevant. Social enterprises, which prioritise social or environmental impact alongside profit, offer an innovative and people-focused approach to addressing societal issues that public services alone cannot always meet effectively. Modern…
Consumers have become a powerful force in reshaping the way businesses operate. No longer satisfied with companies focusing solely on profits, today’s consumers expect brands to take an active role in addressing social and environmental issues. This shift is driving businesses to reimagine their role in society, moving from traditional profit-centric models to purpose-driven enterprises…
Government investment in the regeneration of deprived communities is a critical opportunity not only to improve physical infrastructure but also to address deep-rooted social and economic inequalities. While funding often focuses on construction, transport and digital connectivity, there is growing recognition that lasting change depends on empowering local people and this is where social entrepreneurs…