Entrepreneurship oriented towards the common good: event in Neckargemünd!

Entrepreneurship oriented towards the common good: event in Neckargemünd!

On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, an exciting event is on the program in Neckargemünd that deals with the topic of “common good-oriented entrepreneurship and social innovation”. The event, which takes place at 4 p.mOPEN SPACES at Villa Menzer in Neckargemündat Dilsberger Str. 2, is organized by the Economic Development Office of the Rhein-Neckar District. Both start-ups and established companies are warmly invited to discover new perspectives and gain inspiration from each other.

In a world in which social challenges are becoming ever more present, the social economy plays a crucial role. This aims to provide essential services and promote social innovation, especially in times of crisis. Recent developments show that more and more companies are concentrating on social impact and are thus primarily targeting younger customer groups without prioritizing profit maximization. OECD Berlin highlights that non-profit organizations are essential in German-speaking countries, especially for disadvantaged groups.

An afternoon full of ideas and innovations

The event offers a platform to discuss central topics such as:Economy for the common goodandSocial startupsto discuss. Exciting lectures are planned by:

• Uwe Treiber von der Wieslocher Sonnendruck GmbH, der Informationen zum Konzept der Gemeinwohlökonomie und dessen Anwendung bereitstellt.
• Stephan Rixecker, Autor und Regisseur, der darauf eingeht, wie Social Start-ups zum Gemeinwohl beitragen.
• Mathias Henel und Cornelia Maiherzyk vom Social Economy Cluster Mannheim, die aktuelle Entwicklungen im Bereich der sozialen Ökonomie beleuchten.

An open discussion group allows participants to exchange ideas with the speakers and creates space for networking. There will also be the option to...FREE SPACESVisit Villa Menzer and find out about its coworking, meeting and workshop options.

Alternative economies in focus

Against the background of the challenges that affect our society today, the need for change in the economy is becoming increasingly clear. IOW describes how alternative economies operate beyond the mainstream with principles such as community, solidarity and cooperation. Strategies such as post-growth and an economy for the common good are at the top of the agenda.

A successful example of the application of these principles are social entrepreneurs, who have the potential to transform niche models into a fairer and more sustainable economy. The idea is clear - through innovative economic models and collaboration with pioneers in the sector, outdated economic practices should be reconsidered and reformed.

The event in Neckargemünd is not only an opportunity to exchange ideas about important topics, but also a chance to be part of a movement that is working from a niche on a better, more solidarity-based and more sustainable economic narrative. Further information and registration options can be found on the event website: here.