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This database contains a diverse range of more than 2,000 publications about inclusive business and relating topics, such as impact investing, microfinance and market systems approaches. You will find not only reports but also market intelligence, case studies, tools and videos that touch upon of several sectors and regions.

The diverse range of publications in this database all relate to inclusive business - meaning business models that engage base of the pyramid (BoP) consumers, suppliers, entrepreneurs and/or employees in low income and/or emerging markets.

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Checklist: Are you investment ready?
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This checklist outlines requirements that inclusive businesses need in order to secure third party investment. Practitioners can check their inclusive business model in various categories, including company structure, market intelligence, business plan or impact measurement.

PublisherChallenges Consulting
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AuthorK. Archer
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryGlobal
IB Topics: Finance for Inclusive Business, Impact Investing
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From Blueprint to Scale: The Case for Philanthropy In Impact Investing
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This report discusses the role of philanthropy in impact investing; it draws on 60+ expert interviews and 10+ years of Acumen data and suggests that grants are needed to bridge the gap when developing new business models that serve low income customers. It examines the needs and challenges facing inclusive businesses, and through case examples it elaborates on the role of what it terms 'enterprise philanthropy' can play in preparing new markets at the Base of Pyramid.

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AuthorA. Karamchandani, H. Koh, R. Katz
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryGlobal
IB Topics: Impact Investing, Scale
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