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In our podcast episode, we explore the powerful intersection of art, social innovation, and entrepreneurship. In just five minutes, this inspiring conversation introduces the story Oleksandra Khalepa behind Carbon Platform in Ukrraine and its mission to create meaningful societal impact through creative and collaborative approaches.Read More

Across the world, a growing number of entrepreneurs are proving that business can be a powerful tool for solving social problems. Social enterprises combine sustainable business models with a mission to create positive change for people and communities. From inclusive employment and education to community development, these businesses show that profit and social impact can go hand in hand. Here are five inspiring examples from Europe and beyond.Read More

Starting a business today—no matter the field—can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you work in technology, social innovation, creative industries, healthcare, or manufacturing, the journey from idea to sustainable enterprise requires knowledge, networks, and confidence. One of the most valuable European opportunities for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs is the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) Programme. This cross-border exchange initiative enables new entrepreneurs to gain hands-on experience by working alongside experienced business owners in another European country.Read More

Step inside Impact House, Sweden’s hub for social innovation and cross-sector collaboration. In this 5-minute episode, Christian Frick talks about how Impact House brings together government, nonprofits, corporates, and social entrepreneurs to create real social impact. Discover how they support early-stage innovators, tackle urgent societal challenges, and measure long-term impact.Read More

Social business is more than a trend; it is a new way of looking at entrepreneurship. At its core, a social business is created to solve a social or environmental problem while remaining financially sustainable. Unlike charities, it does not depend only on donations. Unlike traditional companies, it does not exist just to maximize profit. Instead, it reinvests its earnings to expand impact, improve communities, and make change last.Read More