As the leading impact consulting firm in Indonesia that works closely with social enterprises, we have seen firsthand how quickly global changes, like the United States’ recent tariff decisions, can affect local businesses. Here’s our perspective on what’s happening and what social entrepreneurs can do next. The recent tariff policies introduced by the US areContinue reading “Responding to US Tariffs: A Guide for Social Enterprises”
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#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia
In Indonesia, the entrepreneurial landscape is rich with businesses that are not only seeking profit but also aiming to create positive social and environmental change. These impact-driven businesses, particularly Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs), are making a real difference in their communities, yet many struggle to access the capital they need to scale. SGBs typicallyContinue reading “#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia”
ESG Compliance Brings Sustainable Impact and Commercial Benefits
Companies are starting to be conscious about the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. Going beyond financial considerations, ESG helps businesses address broader risks like climate change, societal changes, and evolving environmental regulations. How can companies translate their efforts that integrate with the business operations to deliver ESG compliance? The Essence of ESGContinue reading “ESG Compliance Brings Sustainable Impact and Commercial Benefits”
#INScope – The Rise of Zebra: The New Trend in Entrepreneurship
A new breed of startup emerges as more people realize that Unicorn is not always magic and rainbows. This breed of startup focuses on sustainability, purpose, and social impact rather than rapid growth as Unicorn does. So what’s a Zebra and why is it on the rise? What is a Zebra? Unicorn’s pursuit of hypergrowthContinue reading “#INScope – The Rise of Zebra: The New Trend in Entrepreneurship”
#INScope: Finding the Right Partners for Your Impactful Collaboration
Awareness of the importance of collaboration is the first step in enabling a social enterprise to scale up. Because collaboration will provide many benefits in terms of business development, resource efficiency, expanding impact, as well as the potential for greater business profits. So, how can social entrepreneurs find the right partners to collaborate with? MapContinue reading “#INScope: Finding the Right Partners for Your Impactful Collaboration”
#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding
The nonprofit sector in Indonesia is rapidly evolving in its approach to securing funding, with 80-85% of financial support coming from donors. As the funding landscape has shifted in recent years, donors increasingly favor projects that align with their priorities. To stay ahead, it’s crucial for your nonprofit to adapt to these changes. Diversifying your fundingContinue reading “#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding”