The Emergence of Social Impact Start-Ups - The Edge, A Leader's Magazine

The Emergence of Social Impact Start-Ups - The Edge, A Leader's Magazine

In recent years, a new wave of start-ups has been making headlines, not just for their innovative products and services, but for their commitment to creating positive social change. These social impact start-ups are redefining the business landscape, merging profitability with purpose. As the world faces pressing issues such as climate change, inequality, and access to education and healthcare, the role of these start-ups has become increasingly…

Is impact investment necessarily a trade-off between financial performance and social impact? This question, at the heart of many debates in finance, still divides: for some, impact is synonymous with lower financial returns; for others, it can lead to higher long-term financial returns.