About us
We are YSI, a Europe-based social innovation consultancy. We believe that doing good makes business sense. We partner with corporations, philanthropic entities and social enterprises to make social innovation a key driver of business success.
YSI is a European consultancy for social innovation that helps companies, philanthropic institutions and social entrepreneurs to anchor social innovations as a central driver for entrepreneurial success. Founded in 2012 as part of Yunus Social Business and co-founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus, YSI pursues the vision of redesigning the economy by combining social and ecological benefits with sustainable business success[1][3].
At its core, YSI designs impact-oriented strategies, develops innovative products and promotes collaborations that combine ecological and social goals with entrepreneurial growth. The consulting services include impact-first strategies, innovation and venture building, and the promotion of innovation collaborations to make value chains more resilient and sustainable. Particular emphasis is placed on promoting social entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs who are testing new ways to create more social value within companies[1][3].
YSI's mission is to make social innovation the new standard in business in order to create a future in which economic growth and positive social and environmental impacts go hand in hand. YSI is committed to inclusive and sustainable business models that put people and the planet at the center and thus achieve a long-term competitive advantage. YSI builds on a global network of experts, organizations and partners that promotes the exchange and scaling of effective solutions[1][3].
Sustainability is an integral part of YSI's corporate philosophy. The consultancy supports its clients in designing and implementing sustainable projects that bring about measurable positive changes. Methods such as empathy mapping and impact measurement are used to maximize impact and address social challenges such as climate change, social inequality and resource conservation[3].
In summary, YSI is an innovator in the field of social business and sustainable economic development, empowering companies to understand social concerns as a core element of their business strategy and thus paving new ways to a more just and ecologically responsible economy.
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