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SOCAP Recap Part II: The Next Catalytic Steps
Turning SOCAP14’s theme into a question, just what does it take to Ignite Vibrant Communities? PCV is dedicated to creating economic opportunity in low-income communities. While we focus on empowering entrepreneurship, we know full well that economic opportunity requires more than just small business and jobs—housing, health care, access to healthy food and quality education […]
Jul 20, 2015 – PCV News •
SOCAP14: The Human Connections Of Impact Investing
“Igniting vibrant communities.” “The intersection of money and meaning.” These are often used buzz words in the world of social enterprise and, in fact, the tag lines of SOCAP, a San Francisco-based organization and its seminal annual conference. But what do they mean? And how do they translate to real change in people’s lives? All […]
Jul 20, 2015 – PCV News •
Is Your Small Business Prepared For An Earthquake?
Last week, most of us in the Bay Area were jostled awake at 3:30 in the morning by the largest earthquake we’ve had in the past 25 years. While we’re thankful there was no loss of life, the Napa Valley area suffered over $300 million in damages to buildings and businesses. As supporters of local […]
Jul 20, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
What Your Small Business Means to America’s Children: A Behind-the-Scenes Recap of CGI America
As the Chief Operating Officer of a San Francisco-based non-profit, I had the privilege of attending the Clinton Global Initiative America earlier this summer in Denver, CO. The Clinton Global Initiative is a convening hosted by the Clinton Foundation, started and led by Former US President, Bill Clinton. The Foundation’s work is focused on finding […]
Jul 20, 2015 – PCV News •
Parties that Cook Strategy Roundtable
Parties That Cook, a San Francisco-based small business, had their 5th Strategy Roundtable at our office earlier this week! If you are unfamiliar with Parties That Cook, they plan, execute and host events that promote collaboration through the culinary arts. While the majority of their events are corporate team building events they also specialize in […]
Jul 20, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Clients And Success Stories •
Small Business Loan Success Story: IDF Studio’s Collaboration with PCV
About IDF Studio IDF Studio is a San Francisco-based design firm that specializes in creating innovative, unique and functional living and work spaces for Bay Area residential clients as well as businesses (including Nerdwallet’s!). IDF, however, is more than just your typical design firm. Aside from crafting beautiful spaces, the company also creates plenty of job opportunities for […]
Jul 20, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Clients And Success Stories • Small Business Loans •
PCV Announces Our CGI America Commitment to Action!
Perhaps you’ve heard of the Clinton Global Initiative America, which convenes global leaders to create and implement innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Well, just two weeks ago, PCV joined hosts President Clinton, Secretary Clinton, and Chelsea Clinton in Denver for the CGI America’s meeting. PCV was proud to participate in this two-day […]
Jul 20, 2015 – PCV News •
Roundtable Spotlight: Three Babes Bakeshop
San Francisco is home to a handful of pie makers, so finding one that distinguishes itself from the pack is a sight (and taste!) to behold. Three Babes Bakeshop stands apart from the rest with their commitment to baking “the best pies in America.” Three Babes uses ingredients and production practices that are mindful of […]
Jul 20, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Clients And Success Stories •
New Case Studies: Pioneers in Philanthropic Impact Investing
Our latest report, Impact Investing 2.0: The Way Forward – Insight from 12 Outstanding Funds, has become an amazing resource for individuals and organizations that are involved with, or wish to be involved with, the world of impact investing. The newest case studies that have been released as part of this report focus on two […]