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Social Entrepreneurs

What happened next? SEIF Awards finalist Takataka Solutions in Nairobi

Published on: March 20, 2019March 21, 2019 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation
Reading about Simonetta Sommaruga’s visit to Kenya in a recent SRF article inspired us to delve deeper into the story of the recycling company she visited: Takataka Solutions. Daniel Paffenholz, founder of Takataka Solutions, participated in one of the very first SEIF Bootcamps and was one of the SEIF Awards finalists back in 2012. At […]

Email marketing is a powerful online marketing channel – here is why

Published on: February 9, 2017June 21, 2017 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation
If you have read A 6 step framework to think about your digital marketing strategy from Roy Morrison, blogger at Rise Africa Rise, and still feel confused about how to market your business in a digital economy then don’t despair.

Support for social entrepreneurs from experts and peers

Published on: September 13, 2016June 19, 2018 by Prof. Mariana Christen Jakob
Entrepreneurs tend to face similar challenges, regardless of their stage of development. However, the level of priority and urgency of some of these problems change according to their development.

Finance for Change – Investor Bootcamp Berlin

Published on: May 24, 2016June 28, 2017 by Prof. Mariana Christen Jakob
Social Entrepreneurs tackle social and environmental challenges in Europe as well as in developing countries, the ecosystem shows a dynamic and impressing growth.

Where inspiring social entrepreneurs start their journey

Published on: May 2, 2016December 13, 2016 by Prof. Mariana Christen Jakob
April saw the beginning of a new edition of SEIF’s Business Creation for Social Entrepreneurs workshop and once again we were impressed by the energy and eagerness of the participants to set up their own social business.

New Label Awardees

Published on: January 22, 2016June 28, 2017 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation Comment
It may be perhaps a bit late to have a look back to 2015. But there have been so many things going on at SEIF that we didn’t manage to tell you everything that happened before the year ended, and some things are too important to not mentioning.

We have a winner: CombaGroup awarded the SEIF Label

Published on: January 21, 2016March 6, 2017 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation
This last month has seen the second company to be awarded with the Impact Investment Readiness Program – SEIF Label: CombaGroup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can projects from outside of Switzerland apply for the seif Awards as well?

Yes, definitely! The seif Awards are not at all limited to Swiss ventures. We are more than happy to receive applications from all over Europe as well, the operations can be worldwide.


2. Can we apply with any technical solution?

Yes, of course! From Low Tech to Deep Tech, there are endless opportunities to use the huge potential of technology to tackle today’s social and/ or environmental challenges!


3. How much does it cost to apply?

It’s free of charge! there is no cost to apply.


4. Do we have to apply directly for a specific category (e.g. scalable solution or responsible business)?

No, you just hand in a general application for the seif Awards. The jury will assign your case to a specific category during the evaluation process.


5. Can I submit my award application in German?

Yes, absolutely! You can submit your application in English or German.


6. My business plan is too short / too long. Can I upload it anyway?

Theoretically yes, but the business plan should not be significantly longer than 30 pages. Please remember that all important information should be covered in the business plan but that the reader should not feel overwhelmed with information. Ask for feedback from a person not involved in your organisation!


7. We already applied for the seif Awards in the past. Can we try again?

Yes, definitely. Every startup develops and changes over time. Among our past year’s winners were several start-ups that won an award only after applying for the second time.


8. What are the evaluation criteria for the seif Award applications?

The jury focuses on the following criteria during the evaluation of applications:

  • Professional skills of the project team
  • Innovation of the project
  • Social / ecological impact
  • Quality of the business model and financing
  • Proof of concept
  • Replicability and scale

9. We have an updated SRS-report. Can we hand it in instead of the business plan?

Yes, of course. If you also have a business plan, please hand in both documents.


10. When do I hear back from seif?

The applications for the seif Awards are open until 31st of March. After this deadline we will review all the business plans and present them to the Jury. You will hear from us by mid/end of April. However we recommend to block the pitch day 14th of May  in your agenda. Please be aware of that we can’t give personal feedback to your application. Thank you for your understanding.


11. Where and when is the Awards Ceremony?

The Award Ceremony takes place in Zurich, 28th of June.


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Impact Academy Spring Cycle Brochure

The Impact Academy Spring Cycle 2018 started successfully on March, 22 with the Kick-Off Session, where social entrepreneurs of 26 inspiring start-ups met their coaches from UBS and PwC. They are now working together to achieve targeted support for the entrepreneurs in crucial areas of their businesses’ growth phase while simultaneously providing leadership development opportunities for the coaches.

Look through our Brochure for the Impact Academy Spring Cycle 2018 to find out who is currently participating:

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