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.

Course Duration: 1 day | Continuing Education Contact Hours: 7

Instructor(s)

Tom Cooper

Dr. Tom Cooper is a Professor at the Faculty of Business Administration at Memorial University, where he lectures in the areas of strategy, risk management, management consulting and ethics/values at both an undergraduate and graduate level. His research is primarily focused on the interplay between strategy and risk management. Tom also has research interests in participatory approaches to research and doing business in remote areas.

Tom also acts as an advisor to a number of organizations in Canada and is a Certified Management Consultant. He has sat on the Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Newfoundland and Labrador (ICANL) as an appointed public representative since 2008. He was a member of the Governance as well as the Strategic Planning Committee of ICANL. He has also acted as a committee member of the CPA TSC's Governance and Strategic Planning subcommittees. He is the current Chair of Startup Newfoundland and Labrador. He is a mentor with Futurpreneur and is a past a Board Member with the Atlantic Chapter of the Certified Management Consultants.

Prior to taking his position at Memorial, Tom was a Senior Manager in PricewaterhouseCoopers' Performance Improvement Consulting practice in London. Tom worked as a senior consultant in this area for ten years with clients in the United Kingdom, Europe and North America.

Tom's research has been published widely in industry and academic publications. He has been quoted in the Financial Times of London, BBC World Service, CBC, Atlantic Business, and other industry publications. He holds a Ph.D. in Business from the Warwick Business School, University of Warwick, United Kingdom.