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Oltre Venture: la revolución del impacto (A)
Beccarini, Irene; Herrera, Ángela; Ferraro, Fabrizio; Liechtenstein, HeinrichCase SM-1669Entrepreneurship, Finance, StrategyEste caso describe la start-up y los primeros pasos de una nueva empresa de inversión de impacto de Italia: Oltre Venture. Oltre Venture, que se define a sí misma como una empresa de "capital riesgo social", había sido una de las pioneras en la inversión de impacto en Europa, con un primer fondo de inversión de ocho millones de euros y la recaudación de 29 millones para el segundo. Fundada por profesionales con muchos años de experiencia en el ám...Starting at €8.20
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Oltre Venture: The Impact Revolution (A)
Beccarini, Irene; Herrera, Ángela; Ferraro, Fabrizio; Liechtenstein, HeinrichCase SM-1669-EEntrepreneurship, Finance, StrategyThis case describes the start-up and early operation of a novel impact investing firm in Italy: Oltre Venture. Oltre Venture, which defines itself as a "social venture capital" firm, had been among the pioneers of impact investing in Europe, investing ?8 million in its first fund, and raising ?29 million for its second one. Founded by professionals with many years of corporate and private equity experience, Oltre Venture had developed a unique ha...Starting at €8.20
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SM Entertainment
Barnett, W; Rhee, M; Kim, SHCase SGSB-IB108-ECorporate GovernanceOn the evening of June 10, 2011, the first European tour of Korean idol groups was held in Paris. With European fans demanding tickets and organizing a flashmob rally in front of the Louvre Museum, SM Entertainment, the producers, immediately set up an additional European concert. The success of the Paris concert elevated the status of K-pop and showed that it held potential in the global market. Behind the development of K-pop was the uniq...Starting at €8.20
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Central Bank: The ChexSystems(SM) QualiFile(R) Decision
Campbell, Dennis; Martinez-Jerez, F. Asis; Tufano, Peter; Ekins, Emily McClintockCase HBS-208029-EFinanceThe "Central Bank" series analyzes the use of information and product design for managing the counterparty risk of newly acquired customers. Central Bank, a mid-sized regional U.S. bank, was attempting to grow its customer base by increasing the number of new checking accounts. Like many banks, Central saw checking accounts as an important tool for customer acquisition and loyalty-building. However, the bank realized that the aggressive pursuit o...Starting at €8.20
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Central Bank: The ChexSystems(SM) QualiFile(R) Decision, Teaching Note
Campbell, Dennis; Martinez-Jerez, F. Asis; Tufano, PeterTeaching Note HBS-208038-EFinanceTeaching Note for [208029].Starting at €0.00
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Trying to Do Good: Whom Do I Please
Matherne, G. PaulCase DARDEN-OM-1669-EService and Operations ManagementIn this short case, an accounting executive considers opportunities for community involvement. The case includes a board service readiness quiz, which is used to help people figure out whether they are suited for board service. This case is taught at DardStarting at €8.20
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The Rocky Mountain Institute: Reinventing the Think and Do Tank of the Future
Massa, Lorenzo; Rosenberg, MikeCase SM-1604-EInnovation and Change, StrategyIn 2007, Michael Potts was appointed CEO of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI). RMI is an independent, non-profit "think and do tank" with the mission of promoting the efficient and restorative use of resources. While the Institute is well-known for its outstanding research and innovative ideas, Michael Potts soon realized it needed a management culture and a new strategic focus. The case illustrates RMI's restructuring process and the challenges...Starting at €8.20
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Best Buy: Investing in Language Learning
Eades, Kenneth M.; Dickey, Keith; Ledesma, Jordhy; Frazier, Jennifer; Sider, Duane; Johnson, MelissaCase DARDEN-F-1669-EFinanceAfter observing customer interactions in a Best Buy in Dallas, the regional HR manager considers training sales representatives in a second language. Considering that the store's regional customer base ranges between 13% and 30% Latino, she believes it may be a prudent option and immediately thinks of Rosetta Stone software as a cost-effective approach. Yet she still must translate her instincts into a quantifiable, tangible return on investment...Starting at €8.20
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Barcelona: A Roman Village Becoming a Smart City (Abridged)
Carrasco, Carlos; Ricart, Joan Enric; Berrone, PascualCase SM-1646-EInformation Technologies, Innovation and Change, StrategyOn July 2, 2014, Josep Ramon Ferrer, director of the ICT and smart city strategy at Barcelona City Council, finished the second round of meetings with the companies selected to participate in the competitive dialogue to create City OS, Barcelona's operating system. City OS was one of the key milestones in Barcelona's smart city strategy. It aimed to enable the council to acquire and process data from urban operations in a rapid, efficient, effect...Starting at €8.20
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Ficosa International: eligiendo el futuro
Sastre Boquet, Isaac; Tàpies, Josep; Canals, JordiCase SM-1661StrategyEste caso presenta algunas decisiones estratégicas y de gobierno a las que Ficosa debe enfrentarse para poder competir en una industria global. También recoge algunas decisiones que debe adoptar el consejero delegado (CEO).Starting at €8.20