Corporate Social Responsibility Event

Social Venture Institutes were created by Social Venture Network in 1996. Since then, Social Venture Institutes (SVI) have offered the leaders of socially responsible businesses and innovative nonprofits a forum in which to air their business problems and receive expert advice and mentoring by leading members of Social Venture Network.

The combination of high-quality mentors, a confidential and supportive environment, and a practical problem-solving format ensures that participants leave with a rich portfolio of skills, a plan to grow their socially responsible businesses, and a network of contact to support their journey.

The format of SVI is highly interactive and experiential. Participants present their business problems to a panel of experienced business leaders and fellow participants. In return, participants receive advice, tools and resources to strengthen and grow their enterprise. Participants also hear the "True Confessions" of seasoned entrepreneurs - this year featuring the founders of American Reading Company and Warm Spirit, Inc.

Event Location

Wharton School of Business, Philadelphia, PA

Sponsoring Company/Organization

Social Venture Network

Web Site

www.sbnphiladelphia.org/events/svi2006/svioverview