by Shania Edwards | Jan 13, 2026 | News
At iSE, we are proud to spotlight the achievements of people who started their journey with us and continue to make a lasting contribution to the social economy. One of those people is Dr Birgit Kehrer, founder and CEO of ChangeKitchen CIC. Birgit has recently been...
by Shania Edwards | Jan 13, 2026 | News
As we step into 2026, iSE is opening the doors to a new programme of events created for people building businesses with intention, care and long term ambition. These sessions are not about quick wins or surface level advice. They are about practical learning,...
by Shania Edwards | Jul 23, 2025 | News
The West Midlands is entering a bold new era of growth, with a £17 billion plan that promises 100,000 new jobs, better transport and stronger communities. At the heart of this vision? The people and places powering the social economy. How the West Midlands Growth Plan...
by Shania Edwards | May 19, 2025 | News
Creating Healthier Workplaces in the West Midlands With around 650 employers already enrolled, the Thrive at Work scheme, led by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is making a quiet but impactful impact on how businesses approach wellbeing. With large...
by Shania Edwards | Feb 19, 2025 | News
Turning the Tide on Diabetes: At the Initiative for Social Entrepreneurs (iSE), we believe knowledge is power. When women are given the right tools, they don’t just change their own lives, they change their families, their communities, and future generations....
