To fulfill their economic and social missions, it is imperative yet challenging for hybrid
ventures to demonstrate legitimacy (fitting in) while simultaneously projecting distinctiveness …

The proponents of responsible innovation (RI) have often opened their discussions with the
reassurance that while they are against irresponsible innovation, they are not advocating …

During the last 150 years, we have stressed the oceans, warmed the planet and
overextended almost every natural resource. To create real change will require a generation …

This article examines the potential effect of organizing as a benefit corporation both on
reducing transaction costs and as a container and creator of firm" identity." It argues that to …

Should policy makers rely upon firms motivated by profit and guided by the invisible hand of
the market to promote public benefit or upon government agencies or nonprofits motivated …

The primary purpose of our whitepaper is to make strategic recommendations for growing
the ecosystem of benefit corporations in the State of Alabama. We begin by highlighting the …

The purpose of this paper is to research the value of the newly added hybrid business forms
meant to cover the needs of social entrepreneurs and mission-driven businesses. In …

The increasing interconnectedness of the world is bringing business and society together to
address social and environmental problems. The need for such partnerships is indicated by …

This thesis explores the possible avenues available to corporations and capital-managing
entities seeking to increase their commitment to good works. These organizations have the …