Social Enterprise Development, Transition and Strategy

Thursday, Dec. 5, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Online

To register, please visit https://www.mun.ca/gardinercentre/professional-development-schedule/

Elevate your leadership skills, unlock the potential of your organization, and become a driving force in the evolving landscape of social enterprises.

Dive into a comprehensive exploration of social enterprise, where Social Enterprise Development, Transition & Strategy places a spotlight on strategic development. Learn the art of balancing social impact with financial sustainability, gaining indispensable skills for crafting high-impact strategies that drive success in the dynamic world of social enterprises.

This interactive one-day course will focus on the transformation process, guiding not-for-profits through the legal and financial landscapes as they evolve into social enterprises. With a mix of engaging case studies, engaging speakers and dynamic group breakout sessions, you will not just gain knowledge — you will be inspired to innovate and collaborate.

This course will not only shed light on the mutual benefits but also tackle the challenges that come with forging powerful partnerships between for-profit corporations and social enterprises. Unleash the potential of synergistic collaborations that drive positive social impact and sustainable business growth.

Don’t just lead; lead with purpose and impact! Revolutionize your approach to social enterprises, drive innovation, and be at the forefront of the dynamic intersection of business and social change. Elevate your leadership game and redefine success in the world of impactful business and social innovation!

Key Learning Outcomes:

Understand the transition to social enterprise
- Gain a clear understanding of the concept and models of social enterprises, particularly focusing on the transition process for not-for-profit organizations.
- Identify the key differences between traditional not-for-profit structures and social enterprise models.
- Learn about the various legal structures available for social enterprises and the implications of each.
- Acquire knowledge on financial planning, sustainability models, and funding options specific to social enterprises.
- Develop the ability to create and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns social missions with financial sustainability.
- Understand the importance of and techniques for measuring social impact alongside financial performance.
Navigate the legal and financial challenges
- Learn about the various legal structures available for social enterprises and the implications of each.
- Acquire knowledge on financial planning, sustainability models, and funding options specific to social enterprises.
Gain strategic planning strategies for social enterprises
- Develop the ability to create and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns social missions with financial sustainability.
- Understand the importance of and techniques for measuring social impact alongside financial performance.
Learn how to build successful partnerships
- Understand the dynamics and benefits of partnerships between social enterprises and for-profit corporations.
- Learn about the challenges and best practices in establishing and maintaining effective cross-sector collaborations.
- Analyze and learn from real-world case studies of successful transitions from not-for-profit to social enterprise and partnerships with for-profits.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills within the context of social enterprises.
Gain practical knowledge by participating in case studies
- Analyze and learn from real-world case studies of successful transitions from not-for-profit to social enterprise and partnerships with for-profits.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills within the context of social enterprises

Specifically tailored for leaders and managers of not-for-profit organizations, entrepreneurs in social enterprises, and leaders from for-profit corporations, Social Enterprise Development, Transition & Strategy delves into three critical areas: the transition of not-for-profit organizations into social enterprises, the strategic development necessary for the success of social enterprises, and the exploration of synergistic partnerships between for-profit corporations and social enterprises.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with both the conceptual understanding and practical skills necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities in the world of social enterprises, either as a transition from a not-for-profit or in collaboration with for-profit entities.

Presented by Gardiner Centre

Event Listing 2024-12-05 8:30:00 2024-12-05 16:00:00 America/St_Johns Social Enterprise Development, Transition and Strategy To register, please visit https://www.mun.ca/gardinercentre/professional-development-schedule/ Elevate your leadership skills, unlock the potential of your organization, and become a driving force in the evolving landscape of social enterprises. Dive into a comprehensive exploration of social enterprise, where Social Enterprise Development, Transition & Strategy places a spotlight on strategic development. Learn the art of balancing social impact with financial sustainability, gaining indispensable skills for crafting high-impact strategies that drive success in the dynamic world of social enterprises. This interactive one-day course will focus on the transformation process, guiding not-for-profits through the legal and financial landscapes as they evolve into social enterprises. With a mix of engaging case studies, engaging speakers and dynamic group breakout sessions, you will not just gain knowledge — you will be inspired to innovate and collaborate. This course will not only shed light on the mutual benefits but also tackle the challenges that come with forging powerful partnerships between for-profit corporations and social enterprises. Unleash the potential of synergistic collaborations that drive positive social impact and sustainable business growth. Don’t just lead; lead with purpose and impact! Revolutionize your approach to social enterprises, drive innovation, and be at the forefront of the dynamic intersection of business and social change. Elevate your leadership game and redefine success in the world of impactful business and social innovation! Key Learning Outcomes: Understand the transition to social enterprise Gain a clear understanding of the concept and models of social enterprises, particularly focusing on the transition process for not-for-profit organizations. Identify the key differences between traditional not-for-profit structures and social enterprise models. Learn about the various legal structures available for social enterprises and the implications of each. Acquire knowledge on financial planning, sustainability models, and funding options specific to social enterprises. Develop the ability to create and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns social missions with financial sustainability. Understand the importance of and techniques for measuring social impact alongside financial performance. Navigate the legal and financial challenges Learn about the various legal structures available for social enterprises and the implications of each. Acquire knowledge on financial planning, sustainability models, and funding options specific to social enterprises. Gain strategic planning strategies for social enterprises Develop the ability to create and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns social missions with financial sustainability. Understand the importance of and techniques for measuring social impact alongside financial performance. Learn how to build successful partnerships Understand the dynamics and benefits of partnerships between social enterprises and for-profit corporations. Learn about the challenges and best practices in establishing and maintaining effective cross-sector collaborations. Analyze and learn from real-world case studies of successful transitions from not-for-profit to social enterprise and partnerships with for-profits. Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills within the context of social enterprises. Gain practical knowledge by participating in case studies Analyze and learn from real-world case studies of successful transitions from not-for-profit to social enterprise and partnerships with for-profits. Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills within the context of social enterprises Specifically tailored for leaders and managers of not-for-profit organizations, entrepreneurs in social enterprises, and leaders from for-profit corporations, Social Enterprise Development, Transition & Strategy delves into three critical areas: the transition of not-for-profit organizations into social enterprises, the strategic development necessary for the success of social enterprises, and the exploration of synergistic partnerships between for-profit corporations and social enterprises. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with both the conceptual understanding and practical skills necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities in the world of social enterprises, either as a transition from a not-for-profit or in collaboration with for-profit entities. Online Gardiner Centre