HERW!N
The client
HERW!N is the umbrella organisation for work-integration social enterprises in the social economy. It brings together almost 100 social and circular enterprises.
The question
In early 2022, HERW!N asked us to support its board strategy day. The board wanted to look ahead and review the organisation’s strategy together. It was a demanding assignment, but together we made it work.
Every board member also leads their own organisation, which already places considerable demands on their time and attention. Yet they all share a strong belief that working collectively makes them stronger. That shared conviction lies at the heart of HERW!N’s success.
Over the previous two years, the collective ambition had grown stronger and the team had expanded. But that growth also made a sharper strategic focus essential.
The process and its impact
Since that first board strategy day, HERW!N has trusted us as a strategic partner. This means standing alongside the organisation whenever new questions arise. Together, we examine the membership model, explore who its future members should or could be, and take a critical look at its internal operations. We help clarify HERW!N’s role within the ecosystem and the unique value it brings.
Developing the partnership model requires a clear view of which organisations share HERW!N’s mission, can strengthen the network and are willing to join forces. Drawing on our knowledge of its members, we brought different perspectives into the conversation.
As a champion and ambassador for the social economy, HERW!N can also influence policymakers. We therefore examined its approach to policy influencing and advocacy. HERW!N will continue to push for a strong social economy—a goal that lies at the heart of its strategy. In this way, the organisation can influence public policy and help improve the conditions in which its members operate.
HERW!N is committed to remaining at the forefront of advocacy for the social economy. That means keeping everyone motivated and aligned, long after the board strategy day itself.
“Over two years, HERW!N evolved from a client into a partner, and we became a trusted sounding board for both its team and its board. It is a vote of confidence we are proud of.
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