Page 8 - 2013 ANNUAL REPORT : The EARTH effect

Regardless of their backgrounds and future aspirations, our alumni share in common an entrepreneurial
spirit.They see opportunities others may miss and have the confidence to venture out and develop their
own projects. But perhaps more importantly, they see business ownership as a means to achieving a more
prosperous and just world by creating dignified employment, promoting environmental sustainability, and
giving back in the process.
REDEFINING
“BUSINESS AS USUAL”
Alumni with their own or family business
by year graduated
Classes of 2009-2013 Classes of 1993-2003 Classes of 2004-2008
JOB CREATORS:
Among our
alumni with their
own or family
business, 3 out
of every 4 create
jobs for others.
4 out of every 5 alumni report taking
an entrepreneurial approach in their
private sector jobs helping drive
economic growth.
have developed new projects
have made administrative changes to increase profits
have diversified business activities
have developed innovative ventures
have developed value added chains
51%
42%
35%
35%
28%
6% 16% 23%