Social Intrapreneurs : Driving Change from Within
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Social Intrapreneurs: Driving Change from Within www.imaginals.net
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Heather Dietz is an expert in social intrapreneurship for Imaginals. She has worked with companies such as Nike. Her presentation, given at the Intrapreneurship Conference 2012 (Paris, Dec 13), mention, a.o., the Ashoka Changemakers project.
Transcript of Social Intrapreneurs : Driving Change from Within
Companies are being forced to evolve faster than ever before...
Yet, many are struggling. Even leaders are scratching their heads...
Social intrapreneur, n. 1 Someone who worksinside major corporations or organizationsto develop and promote practical solutions tosocial or environmental challenges whereprogress is currently stalled by market failures.2 Someone who applies the principles of socialentrepreneurship inside a major organization.3 One characterized by an ‘insider-outsider’mindset and approach.
Social intrapreneurs are key actors in the race to deliver game-changing innovation.
Chances are, you recognise some of these secret change agents...
Social Intrapreneur | On-top-of-my-day-jobberPassionately adding to their daily challenges for the good of the world
Social Intrapreneur | Secret change agentWorking tirelessly outside of the spotlight for a better worldSocial Intrapreneur | Super-connector
Building relationships for world changing impact
Let’s take a look at a few social intrapreneurs...
Susie LonieVodafone, M-Pesa
Bob AnnibaleCitibank, Microfinance
Sam McCrackenNike, N7
We have made a short film to help tell the story...
Beyond money, intrapreneurs need time, talent and inspiration. They also need a supportive ecosystem...
CAN WE DO FOR SOCIAL INTRAPRENEURS WHAT ASHOKA, SKOLL AND SCHWAB HAVE DONE FOR ENTREPRENEURS?
CAN WE DO FOR SOCIAL INTRAPRENEURS WHAT ASHOKA, SKOLL AND SCHWAB HAVE DONE FOR ENTREPRENEURS?
Who should enter?Any social intrapreneur is eligible to enter the competition. Entries will be judged based on the level of innovation, the degree of social or environmental impact and the financial sustainability of the project.
What are the benefits?Pro-bono consulting support from AccentureAn invitation to attend the Skoll World Forum Press coverage (if desired)Intrapreneurs’ ToolkitCurated network of talented change-makers
What are the key deadlines?Final entries are due 15th January, 2013. Winners will be announced in April 2013.
Get more info from the competition homepage! changemakers.com/intrapreneurs
Join the League of Intrapreneurs on Twitter: @SocintLeague!
Follow the hashtag #socint
Would you like to know more?
