Setting up a legal entity for Impact

What’s the best way to structure your venture for long-term impact and growth?

This workshop, delivered by law firm Mishcon de Reya, will guide you through the legal essentials of starting and structuring a mission-driven business.

In this session, you will:

• Explore different legal structures (including companies limited by shares/guarantee).
• Compare social venture models such as CICs, B Corps, and EMBED frameworks.
• Understand governance structures, including roles of founders, boards, and universities.
• Learn about key transaction documents and legal considerations (NDAs, shareholder agreements, IP assignments, data protection).

Using real-world case studies, this session will help you understand the trade-offs between different models and provide clarity on how to embed purpose into your business from day one.

Facilitated by Elsa Mikaelian from Mishcon de Reya, this is a practical guide to ensuring your venture has the right legal backbone to attract investment and deliver sustainable impact.