Deloitte Social Innovation Pioneers
It is estimated that there are approximately 62,000 social enterprises in the UK, contributing approximately £24bn to the economy.
Deloitte believes there is significant potential for these businesses to become an influential and mainstream economic sector. The programme aims to identify social businesses that demonstrate sustainable positive impact and high-growth potential.
In return, Deloitte will provide a package of support to help them achieve scale and become investment ready.
Heather Hancock, managing partner for talent and brand at Deloitte, said: “Innovation and enterprise in the social business sector are increasingly a success story for the UK.
“However, social innovation and enterprise needs support, investment and advice to fully realise their potential.
Applications to be a Pioneer are now open and Deloitte will reveal up to 50 Social Innovation Pioneers next spring.
The package each will receive includes: access to Deloitte business experts and a dedicated team to manage the relationships and mentor the social business, networking opportunities with the firm’s clients and wider contacts, master classes on topics including leadership, business skills and investment readiness, and where appropriate, help in creating a non-executive board as well as access to pro bono support.