About Impact amplifier
Impact Amplifier: Accelerating Social Enterprises for Investment
Impact Amplifier is a leading accelerator and training provider that focuses on preparing social enterprises for investment. The company offers a range of programmes designed to help social entrepreneurs grow their businesses, increase their impact, and attract funding from investors.
Founded in 2011, Impact Amplifier has worked with over 100 social enterprises across Africa, Asia, and Europe. The company's team of experienced professionals brings together expertise in business development, impact measurement, finance, marketing and communications to provide tailored support to each enterprise.
The company's flagship programme is the Impact Accelerator. This six-month programme provides intensive support to early-stage social enterprises looking to scale up their operations. Participants receive mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and investors, as well as access to workshops on topics such as financial management, marketing strategy and impact measurement.
In addition to the Impact Accelerator programme, Impact Amplifier also offers a range of other services designed to help social enterprises succeed. These include:
- Investment readiness assessments: A comprehensive review of an enterprise's business model and financials that identifies areas for improvement before seeking investment.
- Investor matchmaking: Connecting social enterprises with potential investors who share their values.
- Training workshops: Customised training sessions on topics such as fundraising strategy or impact measurement.
- Advisory services: Ongoing support from experienced advisors who can provide guidance on everything from legal compliance to strategic planning.
Impact Amplifier has a strong track record of success in helping its clients achieve their goals. Many of the companies it has worked with have gone on to secure significant investments or partnerships with major corporations.
One example is Solar Turtle - an innovative solar energy solution that provides portable power stations for off-grid communities in South Africa. After participating in the Impact Accelerator programme in 2014/15 Solar Turtle secured $500k investment from Schneider Electric Foundation which enabled them expand into new markets across Africa.
Another example is GreenFingers Mobile - a mobile app that connects smallholder farmers in Kenya with buyers of their produce. After participating in the Impact Accelerator programme in 2016/17, GreenFingers Mobile secured $1.5m investment from AHL Venture Partners and Beyond Capital Fund which enabled them to scale up their operations and reach more farmers.
Impact Amplifier's success is due to its unique approach to supporting social enterprises. The company recognises that social entrepreneurs face unique challenges when it comes to scaling up their businesses, such as limited access to finance or lack of business skills. By providing tailored support that addresses these challenges, Impact Amplifier helps social enterprises overcome these barriers and achieve sustainable growth.
If you are a social entrepreneur looking for support to grow your business, or an investor looking for opportunities to make a positive impact, contact Impact Amplifier today!