Kevin and his team were the driving force behind the establishment of the Foundation and "Tillväxtinitiativet," bringing all of us investors together and leading with a passion and determination to make a difference. Without that unique combination of hard work, creativity and entrepreneurial drive we would not be where we are today.
Alexander af Jochnick
Chairman Oriflame and Tillväxtinitiativets Foundation
(Formally registered as Tillväxt Stockholm Stiftelse)
OpenTHREAD is the name we give to our work with social entrepreneurship and our belief that solving some of society's biggest social challenges requires collaboration. Our work establishing Tillväxt Botkyrka is a living example of this commitment.
Kevin Ryan, THREAD founder and co-founder of the Tillväxt Stockholm Foundation
OpenTHREAD is the name we give to our work with social entrepreneurship and our belief that solving some of society's biggest social challenges requires collaboration. Our work establishing a foundation to establilsh Tillväxtintiativet and guaranteeing operations via THREAD is a living example of this commitment.
Kevin Ryan, THREAD founder and co-founder of the Tillväxtinitiativet
The initiative has impacted local growth and employment in four different municipalities through long-term partnerships. Offering business development, recruiting and networking services to entrepreneurs with 5-50 employees and growth potential has been the sole focus.
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- together with our team of close to 20 people, we have created value for over 350 businesses, leading to over 2200 jobs so far!
TELL US ABOUT A CHALLENGE IN YOUR COMMUNITY THAT WE CAN TAKE ON TOGETHER?
This page highlights a few samples of the types of initiatives we have taken on in our humble attempt to use our skills and networks to be a positive force in society. We know that solving today's complex social challenges can be overwhelming and we certainly can't do it alone. It is our belief that the solution still starts with each of us on an individual level to lead the way, but also to find new financial models to enable sustainable ways to collaborate. As a small consulting firm we have proven that being socially engaged doesn't have to mean poor financial performance, quite the opposite can be true and we are working with our customers and partners to prove it. Contact one of us to start a conversation and let's team up!
...above all, I think the day and the square functioned as a rare meeting place to connect with new people, a social meeting point...I wouldn't be surprised if several squares in the city follow suit and organize their own days. It feels like a win-win situation for everyone involved.