Social enterprises need networks and access to markets in order to grow their revenue streams and increase their social impact.

For our investees, we have seen time and again that the right introductions at the right time can lead to incredible results, which is why we work to systematically introduce our investees to key contact and networks, based on their specific connection needs. We have two key initiatives which prioritise building networks and knowledge: 

• Impact Connectors initiative, which introduces investees to the right networks and markets they need to grow their enterprises. We invite our investees to pitch their organisations to a select group of high-profile, influential individuals, and to discuss and identify ways in which they can support with a pre-circulated list of connection needs.

• Accelerate Study Missions, which have pioneered knowledge-sharing between investees and social enterprises tackling similar challenges but operating in a developing context outside of the Arab world. By sharing intellecutal capital, these study missions help build more fluid networks for our investees and create a knowledge base of learning which social enterprises and our partners can utilise.

We are continuously seeking contacts for these initiatives that could benefit social enterprises. Please contact [email protected] if you have any suggestions or would like to get involved! 

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