Auckland’s next economy won’t be about money

Next week a new member organisation, Social Enterprise Auckland, will officially launch to mark the increased significance of organisations that count their success in sustainable social impact. The event, Beyond Purpose: Making Money Count will bring together social entrepreneurs, funders and policy-makers at Auckland University Business School. They will shape the mandate for Social Enterprise Auckland as a hub for inspiration, information and connection, for this rapidly growing sector.

Dr Jamie Newth is an SEA Board member and the Executive Director of Soul Capital, which invests in social enterprises and social businesses. He says, “Now is the time for Auckland to nurture an economy for tomorrow - one which is inclusive, sustainable, and actually delivers the outcomes we demand from a modern economy. We’ll all share in the benefits if we empower and represent entrepreneurs and innovators wanting positive change in our city”.

Social enterprises use business models for a social purpose such as better health, equality, education or environment. Conscious Consumers, Lovenotes and The Pallet Kingdom are a few of the social enterprises involved in the event. Organisations like these are successfully meeting a range of community needs. In the UK there are an estimated 70,000 social enterprises that contribute £55 billion to the UK economy. In recognition of the potential value to local communities, Social Enterprise Auckland was initiated by collaboration between Auckland Council, Akina Foundation, academics, funders and practitioners.

About social enterprise Auckland
Social Enterprise Auckland (SEA) is a collaborative group of social enterprises and their supporters working for social change in Auckland. A hub for inspiration, information and connection, we’re here to empower and represent enterprises trading for social good in Auckland. We want to help social enterprises grow and thrive, delivering social, environmental and economic benefit for all Aucklanders.

About the event, beyond purpose
The day is all about information, inspiration and connections for anyone interested in social change. Attendees will
• Hear first-hand from funders about what makes a strong application for support
• Connect with social entrepreneurs who have successfully raised capital and scaled up
• Help to establish the mandate for Social Enterprise Auckland

Further information and tickets are available at www.socialenterpriseauckland.org.nz

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