Join us for SECNA's quarterly meetup!
The themes for our quarterly meetups this year will align with what our members have identified as what the sector needs more of (access to markets, capability building, securing capital and networks). The theme for the this meetup will be Funding for Social Enterprises - Grants, Debt & Equity
All enterprises need capital (money) to start and to grow. Charities favour grants and donations. Profit maximising companies favour equity (investors) and debt (borrowing). Social enterprises sit somewhere in the middle and the ways in which they are funded is becoming more nuanced.
We'll talk to experts in philanthropy, debt and investment to get their views on the trends, challenges and opportunities.
This event is a great chance to connect with social enterprises, social entrepreneurs, and their supporters in a relaxed setting. This hybrid event welcomes everyone, members and non-members of SECNA. It's a great chance to bring colleagues or friends interested in social enterprise.An online (Zoom) option will be offered those unable to attend the physical event.
Event Schedule:
6:00pm: Arrival, registration and networking
6:15pm: Welcome, acknowledgments & introduction
6:30pm: Panel Discussion + Q&A
7:00pm - 8:00pm: Light catering and networking
Guest speakers for Panel to be announce soon…
We will provide a Zoom link before the event for those attending online. The online meeting will be available from 6pm and will finish after the panel discussion and Q&A (approx 7pm).
We thank Canva for their generous hospitality in providing its great event space.
Light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be available. They include a grazing board with cheeses, cold cuts, veg sticks, fresh bread, and dips. As part of Canva's licensing requirements, the venue is now alcohol-free.
We look forward to seeing you there!