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Growth Planning

Growth Planning refers to the set of activities employment social enterprises go through when exploring new horizons – which for some might be considering whether to start a new business line or launch a new product, while for others deciding whether to form a new partnership that will take sales or employment to a new level.

Growth Planning generally results in a growth plan, which, when done well, that will help the organization make clear decisions around how to allocate and sequence resources in a manner most aligned with its future goals. Growth plans will also help the organization communicate the ‘why’ behind its ambitions to key stakeholders, including staff, board members, and current or prospective funders. Learn more about how strategic growth planning can elevate an ESE to new heights.

Growth Planning Resources

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24 minutes | Business Planning, Growth Planning | Grow a Social Enterprise, Manage a Social Enterprise

Venture Criteria Tool

This Venture Criteria Bank & Template Tool can be used for ESEs to generate, refine, and prioritize a set of venture criteria that will enable them to meet their business, social, and operational goals.
2 minutes | Business Planning, Growth Planning | Grow a Social Enterprise

WIOA for ESEs

WIOA for Employment Social Enterprises WIOA & CA ESE Partnership Guide This Partnership Guide provides ESEs with the knowledge and resources to navigate the California workforce system and leverage WIOA funding through grant opportunities or partnerships with Local Workforce Development Boards. The guide includes case studies and tools to help ESEs assess if WIOA funding […]