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SUMMARY:GROW: Building Social Ventures: Lessons from Oxford University Inn
 ovation
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DESCRIPTION:Philippa Christoforou\, Social Venture Lead at Oxford Universi
 ty Innovation\, will share insights on creating businesses that deliver bo
 th social and environmental impact. Drawing on her experience supporting O
 xford researchers to launch ventures tackling poverty\, homelessness\, and
  climate change\, Philippa will explore what makes a social enterprise suc
 cessful and how to embed purpose into company culture from the start.\n\nT
 he session will cover:\n\nWhy social ventures matter in addressing global 
 challenges.\nPractical steps for turning research into impactful businesse
 s.\nHow crowdfunding and community engagement can accelerate change.\nBuil
 ding ecosystems that support socially responsible innovation.\nWhether you
 ’re a researcher\, entrepreneur\, or simply curious about aligning busin
 ess with societal good\, this talk will offer inspiration and actionable s
 trategies to help you make a difference.
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LOCATION:Careers Service\, Careers Service 56 Banbury Road  Oxford Oxfords
 hire OX2 6PA United Kingdom
SPEAKER:Dr Philippa Christoforou (Oxford University Innovation)
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