If you're in the market for a new business venture, you may want to take a look at "social enterprises," which, as the name suggests, are businesses that aim to make a positive impact on society while still being financially sustainable.
In a post at Forbes, industry expert Carl Dorvil defines a social enterprise as "a business that prioritizes social impact over financial profit."
He explains that social enterprises "can help to bridge the gap between the public sector, which may not have the resources to address all social issues, and the private sector, which may not prioritize social issues.
By supporting social enterprises, policymakers can encourage innovation and create a more equitable society where everyone can benefit from economic growth."
There are many types of social enterprises, Dorvil notes, and they can take many forms, including non-profits, hybrid organizations, and more.
But it's been a while since there have been any major public policy cases involving social enterprises, and there's been disagreement between policymakers and regulators over how social enterprises should be regulated, writes Dorvil.
"These conflicts have arisen primarily due to differing opinions about the roles and responsibilities of social enterprises and how they should be regulated," he writes.
"Understanding and complying with these laws and regulations is essential for
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