Impact investing goes beyond is not about the monetary gains. Angels of Impact's focus has always been on the total impact. Focusing on women business leaders who are building for their community. Catch this short review of Angels of Impact's past eight years.

Today we celebrate Social Enterprise Day, a salute to businesses transcending norms for societal gain! 🎉 Social enterprises are not your ordinary companies; turning the gears of progress by uplifting communities often overlooked. Their remarkable initiatives offer sustainable solutions and a fair shot at success for all. Let's take a moment to appreciate how these pioneering organizations are cracking the code of equitable opportunity and catalyzing meaningful change. 🌍✨ Through #GrowthOpps, we witness the transformative power of social enterprise. From job creation in underserved areas to environmental conservation, they're paving roads towards a more just future. Swipe, learn, and engage! 📲 Find out how each initiative leads by example and how you can be a part of this extraordinary community. Think bigger, stand for more, and be the change. Check out growthopps.org to dive deeper into how your actions can spark waves of positive impact. Together, let's build a vibrant, inclusive tomorrow. 💚 Happy Social Enterprise Day, everyone! #SocialEnterpriseDay #GrowthOpps #Impact #Innovation

Social enterprises are tackling numerous issues but the significant challenges they face are: Limited Funding: Traditional investors often overlook them. High Startup Costs: Initial investments can be daunting. Impact Measurement: Assessing social impact is complex. Misunderstanding the Model: Many still don’t grasp how they operate. Operational Inefficiencies: Scaling can be tough without the right resources. At Impact Directors, we’re here to help! Our conference connects social entrepreneurs with: ✨ Resources: Access funding and mentorship. 📈 Skill Development: Learn to measure impact and tell your story effectively. 🤝 Networking: Collaborate with like-minded innovators. 📢 Awareness Building: Clarify the value of social enterprises to stakeholders. Register Today and Join Us to Make a Difference. 💪🌟 https://lnkd.in/ddZeYGre

Moving Beyond Social Equity: The Next Chapter To my fellow social equity applicants and everyone invested in building a better cannabis industry—let’s talk about what’s next. Earning social equity status is a significant milestone. It’s recognition of the harm caused by prohibition and a chance to build something meaningful. But let’s be clear: social equity is not the destination—it’s the starting point. Now the real work begins. The question is: how do we move forward and turn this opportunity into long-term success—for ourselves, our communities, and the industry as a whole? Three Steps to Move Forward 1. Build Sustainable Businesses • Focus on long-term growth, not just short-term wins. • Seek mentorship and guidance to avoid common pitfalls. • Reinvest in your community—uplifting others is not only ethical, it’s good business. 2. Forge Strong Partnerships • Collaborate with other social equity entrepreneurs to share resources and knowledge. • Form strategic alliances with experienced operators who respect and support the values of social equity. 3. Think Beyond Social Equity • Define your vision: Where do you want your business to go in 5, 10, or 20 years? • Establish your brand: Focus on quality, transparency, and authenticity. • Be a leader: Share your journey and inspire others to pursue success with purpose. Our Responsibility This is about more than individual success. It’s about ensuring the values of social equity endure and creating an industry that is more just, inclusive, and equitable. If we approach this moment with integrity and determination, we can leave a legacy that inspires future generations. To my fellow applicants: Let’s connect. Let’s support one another. Let’s build something remarkable together. If you have insights, resources, or simply want to collaborate, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can redefine what’s possible. #SocialEquity #CannabisIndustry #CommunityBuilding #Leadership

Hello Changemakers and Social Innovators, Are you a new founder with burning questions about your social impact journey? Drop your questions below in the comments - no challenge too big or small! Seasoned changemakers, Please Share your wisdom and answer their questions to help the next generation thrive! ✨ Together, let's build a stronger social impact community! #IdeationHubAfrica #Changemakers #SocialInnovators

How do you center equity in social impact? At Platypus Advisors, we’ve been taking a deep look at this question. We believe that meaningful social impact cannot occur without centering equity, and it’s through this lens that we serve our clients. That’s not to say we have things all figured out. We're committed to centering equity in our work, and we’re on a constant journey of how best to do that. We'd like to share our experience so far, which falls into three categories: 1. Our internal state 2. Centering people most impacted 3. Continuous learning and improvement Learn more at the link below. 💡 How are you approaching centering #equity in your work? We welcome you to join us on this journey, and we'd love to learn from you! #csr #dei #socialimpact

Growth isn’t about reaching the top alone; it’s about growing together. Our "Socio-Economic Development" initiatives give back to communities while growing businesses sustainably. Let’s develop growth that works for everyone and creates meaningful social impact! Find out more today. 👉 www.llcacademy.co.za #SocioEconomicGrowth #DevelopWithPurpose #LLCAcademy

Creating social impact is a lot like planting seeds of change—small, deliberate actions that, with care and commitment, grow into something transformative. Over the years, I’ve learned that even the smallest initiatives can become powerful forces for good. Whether it’s a simple act of kindness, contributing to community projects, or championing systemic change, every effort matters. For women leaders, founders, and change makers like us, our work shapes not just businesses but the communities and futures we serve. What “seeds” are you planting today to create lasting change? If you’re ready to explore how to drive sustainable impact while building a legacy, I invite you to discover more with EOS Academy. We can make a difference, together. 🌱

📈 Partnerships can amplify the reach of social impact initiatives. By joining forces, businesses and nonprofits can scale their efforts, reaching more people and creating a larger positive ripple effect. Scaling impact means developing replicable models that can be adapted to different contexts and expanded to reach broader audiences. #ScalingImpact #Partnerships #SocialEntrepreneurship #ImpactAndScale

Hello Changemakers and Social Innovators, Are you a new founder with burning questions about your social impact journey? Drop your questions below in the comments - no challenge too big or small! Seasoned changemakers, Please Share your wisdom and answer their questions to help the next generation thrive! ✨ Together, let's build a stronger social impact community! #IdeationHubAfrica #Changemakers #SocialInnovators