Since it started its work in December 2010, Social Business Trust has made six investments in social enterprises, combining both capital funding and professional expertise. They are:
The commitment of these investors is to contribute £15m of cash and in-kind support over a 3-5 year period.
Bain & Company is a global business consulting firm with offices in all major cities.
British Gas British Gas is Britains leading energy supplier and energy services company, serving half the homes in Britain.
Clifford Chance is one of the world's leading law firms, with 29 offices in 20 countries and some 3,200 legal advisers.
Credit Suisse is a world-leading financial services company, advising clients in all aspects of finance.
Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services.
Permira is a European private equity firm, advising funds with a committed capital of approximately 20 billion Euros.
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