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Toward A Typology Of Social Entrepreneurs: The Interplay Between Passionate Activism And Entrepreneurial Expertise, Michael A. Abebe, Sarah Kimakwa, Tammi C. Redd
Toward A Typology Of Social Entrepreneurs: The Interplay Between Passionate Activism And Entrepreneurial Expertise, Michael A. Abebe, Sarah Kimakwa, Tammi C. Redd
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Purpose- This paper contributes to research in social entrepreneurship by introducing a typology that describes four distinct types of social entrepreneurs based on the nature of their lives and career experiences and the scope of their social engagement.
Design/methodology/approach- In order to build a typology of social entrepreneurs, inductive profile analysis and archival research design approaches were used. A large variety of social entrepreneur profiles that are available in prominent social entrepreneurship organizations such as Ashoka Foundation, Echoing Green, Schwab Foundation and Skoll Foundation were examined.
Findings- Using four types of social entrepreneurs from the typology, the …