A Network of Social Change
The growth of the Social Enterprise Initiative at HBS is reflected in the worldwide network of alumni who engage in socially driven pursuits at various stages of their personal and professional lives — whether it’s within the nonprofit, public or corporate sector, alumni pursue a variety of managerial, entrepreneurial, voluntary and philanthropic roles.
Thomas J. Tierney
MBA 1980
- Chairman and co-founder of the Bridgespan Group
- Chair of the SEI Advisory Board
- Coauthor of Give Smart: Philanthropy that Gets Results
Programs for Alumni
HBS Nonprofit/Public Sector Loan Repayment Assistance Program reduces the educational debt burden for qualifying MBA students and alumni serving in managerial positions in the nonprofit and public sectors.
HBS New Venture Competition - Alumni Social Enterprise Track supports alumni in launching promising new social-impact ventures. Entries may include nonprofit, for-profit, or hybrid organizations with a central focus on the creation of social value.
Community & Connections
HBS Social Enterprise Alumni Association. Stay connected through the School's largest non-geographical alumni club.
Clubs and Activities. Explore a wide range of social enterprise activities through local and regional HBS alumni clubs.
Career Resources. Take advantage of the Social Enterprise Initiative, Alumni Career Services, and the Baker Library to support your career goals.
Reunion Programs. Planning to attend a reunion? Social enterprise sessions are frequently offered to alumni.
Harvard Public Service on the Map. Help Harvard create a public service community poised for collaboration, expansion, and action; and explore the impact of Harvard's public service community around the world.

