Zebras Unite.Org advances research and education around capital markets, business culture, and community, including topics such as alternative ownership models and policy interventions. We do this through educational events and resources and conducting applied research and development of innovative financial products, policy initiatives, and best practices for entrepreneurs, companies, and investors in pursuit of a more holistic, inclusive ecosystem for business and commerce.
Exit to Community
What if startups could “exit to community,” transitioning ownership the people who built and use it? For the last year we’ve been exploring how that might happen in collaboration with Media Enterprise Design Lab. Learn about this work →
What is a Zebra?
What is the definition of a Zebra company? What are their financial and structural needs? Which companies are most likely to be successful? How should they be measured? Download the Zebras Unite survey →
Alternative Capital Taxonomy
Viewing the world through the lens of venture capital not only limits the types of companies that can access funding to grow, but it also limits the range of opportunities investors can access for returns. Join our ongoing conversation to create a new common language for capital. Read the taxonomy →
Inclusive Capital Collective
A group of loan funds and entrepreneur support organizations from across the country are building a mutualistic infrastructure that helps attract deploy more capital. Read about the ICC in Next City and watch replays of our Inclusive Capital Showcases.
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