Lucinda Kerschensteiner MBA 
Supporting Social Entrepreneurs



"Social entrepreneurs are not content just to give a fish or teach how to fish. They will not rest until they have revolutionized the fishing industry." – Bill Drayton

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 About Lucinda
As a catalyst for programs with significant social impact, Lucinda specializes in social entrepreneurship.  Having completed her Masters Degree in Business at Colorado State University's innovative Global Social & Sustainable Enterprise program, Lucinda dedicates her career to enterprises that are in the business of doing good for the world - whether in their own community or in other parts of the world. 

Lucinda has experience in entrepreneurial support services, small business development, workforce development and corporate coaching/training. Her innate ability to problem-solve, think critically, balance the vision with near term objectives and coach and facilitate others equip her to contribute to team development, strategic direction and program development. 

Most recently Lucinda has launched Uhambo USA which provides support to Uhambo Foundation of Cape Town, South Africa.  Lucinda has provided business support services to Shonaquip CC, as well. 

Lucinda got started in the social entrepreneurial and mobility aid sector by providing business development services in Lusaka, Zambia where she and her graduate student team improved management approaches for a small social enterprise, a manufacturer of mobility devices serving base-of-the-pyramid populations. 
 
In addition, Lucinda has worked on numerous enterprising projects and programs. She has developed and implemented fee-for-service activities at a local government agency to build financial sustainability and work towards an enterprising model.  She is also currently contributing to a regional arts incubator by developing and providing their coaching program to participants. 

Prior to her work in the social entrepreneurial sector, Lucinda provided coaching services to small business owners, entrepreneurs, people in career transition and corporate leaders, as well as training and facilitation services. Lucinda currently provides coaching services for select clients and projects. 

Lucinda graduated from Bryn Mawr College with a BA in German Studies (1991) and completed her MBA at Colorado State University (2008). As an early contributor in the coaching profession, she graduated from two professional development programs in career and life coaching (1998). 

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Lucinda enjoys assisting organizations with:
  • Consulting and/or project work with social entrepreneurial ventures
  • Social enterprise feasibility
  • Strategic planning
  • Business plan development
  • Program development
  • Program implementation
  • Developing metrics
  • Training & coaching
  • Facilitation
Here's what others say about working with Lucinda:
  • "Lucinda is at her best when she is engaged in creating, developing, and bringing new projects or initiatives to fruition.  And, as always, it is a pleasure to work with her, to learn from her, and to watch her share her magic."  
  • "Can I tell you again, you are the BEST money I've ever spent."  (Yes, this one made my day!)
  • “You were a huge part of helping me get to this point! So thank you, thank you, thank you... from the bottom of my heart.”
  • “For the first time in 12 years, our company was recognized with a national award from our franchisor. I’d like to share part of that recognition with you. I know how instrumental your help was in clarifying my business goals, setting up some action steps and having you coach me through the execution."
What is Social Entrepreneurship?
Entrepreneurs are critical  to innovation and progress. Social entrepreneurs tap inspiration, creativity and courage, to create and advance initiatives that challenge and transform established and often fundamentally inequitable systems.

Social entrepreneurs recognize the extraordinary potential in the billions of people living in poverty, and they are committed to helping them use their talents and abilities to achieve their potential. They pioneer innovative and systemic approaches that meet the needs of disadvantaged populations who lack the financial means or social standing to achieve lasting benefit on their own.

While social entrepreneurship isn’t a new concept, it has gained importance in a world facing a growing divide between the haves and the have-nots.  Social entrepreneurs’ actions result in a new equilibrium leading to lasting social benefit and a better future for everyone.

The ever-expanding community of today’s leaders in the field include Muhammud Yunus (the microlending pioneer of Grameen Bank), Greg Mortenson (Three Cups of Tea) and Jessica Jackley, cofounder of Kiva.