Libro Social Enterprise Workshop Series
Start Here: Your Launchpad for Doing Good—Sustainably
What does it take to build a business that does good—and works?
Whether you’re just starting out or refining a growing idea, this 8-part workshop series offers the tools, strategies, and support to help you navigate the exciting (and often messy) world of social enterprise.
Brought to you by Pillar Nonprofit Network and sponsored by Libro Credit Union, these hybrid workshops are free to attend thanks to Libro’s commitment to building a thriving impact economy. Join us at Innovation Works, 201 King Street, London, or tune in online. Attend one session or all eight—it’s up to you.
This is not a business incubator. This is your launchpad.
You’ll get:
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Real-world tools you can start using right away
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Between-the-sessions challenges to apply what you learn
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A clearer vision of how your mission and market can align
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Encouragement and community for the journey ahead
Whether you’re testing an idea, building momentum, or just trying to make sense of it all, this series is here to help you move forward—with confidence.
Session 7: Partnerships, Procurement & Power in Community
Date: Oct 6 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Innovation Works & Online (Hybrid)
You don’t have to do it alone.
In this session, we explore how to build strategic partnerships that help you scale, share power, and stay rooted in community. Learn how to access procurement opportunities, collaborate with institutions, and grow through relationships—not just revenue.
You’ll walk away with:
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A map of potential partners in your ecosystem
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Insight into social procurement and how to sell to government or institutions
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Strategies for building trust with community collaborators
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A deeper understanding of power-sharing and co-creation
This session is for you if:
You’re ready to grow but want to do it with integrity, credibility, and allies who have your back.
The Libro Social Enterprise Workshop Series
Session 1: Foundations of Social Enterprise — From Mission to Market - Date:May 26
Session 2: Human-Centered Design & Community-Driven Research - Date: June 16
Session 3: Business Planning & Impact Strategy - Date: July 7
Session 4: Legal Structures & Governance for Social Good - Date:July 28
Session 5: Financial Management & Fundraising - Date: Aug 18
Session 6: Branding, Marketing & Sales - Date: Sept 15
Session 7: Partnerships, Procurement & Power in Community - Date: Oct 6
Session 8: Risk, Resilience & Future Readiness - Date:Oct 27